Focus XD Owner’s manual
Owner’s Manual Focus XD Thank you Thank you for choosing Dynaudio Focus XD loudspeakers. Every Focus XD model features advanced Dynaudio loudspeaker technology that turns listening to music into an impressive experience. This technology results from many years of intense research and development, the highest quality standards in production, and Dynaudio’s enduring passion for musical truth.
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Owner’s Manual Focus XD Safety instructions Dangerous electrical voltage If the loudspeakers are connected to the mains voltage, a dangerous electrical voltage is present inside the speakers. Never open the loudspeaker housing. Do not operate defective loudspeakers and disconnect defective loudspeakers from the mains voltage. Please contact your Dynaudio distributor if you have any problems. Distributor addresses can be found in the Internet at www.dynaudio.com.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Safety instructions / About this guide About this guide Used expressions and symbols In this operating manual following signs and symbols are used: ATTENTION: Indicates a hazard that could result in damage or destruction of the product. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD 1. 2 Focus XD loudspeakers (60 XD, 30 XD, or 20 XD) 2 Focus XD loudspeaker cloth covers (not shown) Scope of delivery 2. 1 remote control 3. 2 power cables (country-specific version) 1 first time setup manual (quick guide for installation, not shown). 1 Unpacking 2 3 After unpacking, make sure the system is complete and check the device and all accessories for transport damage. Transport damage may be expected if the packaging is already severely harmed.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Unpacking / Setting up Spikes with sharp peaks The floor-standing Focus XD loudspeakers allow for setup with spikes. The sharp peaks of the spikes may cause injuries and damage sensitive surfaces like hardwood flooring or tile. Ź Be careful when handling the loudspeakers. Ź Place plates between the spikes and the surface to protect the underlying surface.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD Spike on floor-standing Focus XD. Floor-standing loudspeaker setup The floor-standing Focus XD loudspeaker features a special base construction, which offers both an ideal performance and mechanical basis. The spikes screwed into the end of the feet on the base can be unscrewed and their height adjusted, to adapt to uneven floors. When the spikes are retracted, the loudspeakers stand on rubber feet.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Setup / Location Display Left Selecting the installation location Right The Focus XD loudspeakers do not require special positioning, though the quality of the individual loudspeakers’ sound is affected by the acoustic properties of the room. Since rooms are shaped uniquely, the positioning of the loudspeakers results in totally different behaviour.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD A A B B B D ≥ 0.5 m Distance to walls A≤B Every loudspeaker not only disperses sound energy directly into the room, but also to the side and even backwards. As a result, time-delayed reflections occur and add to the original music signal. Thus, when loudspeakers are positioned too close to walls, the sound quality can be restricted.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Setup / Location Loudspeaker toe-in Depending on your personal listening environment and room dimensions, the loudspeakers may be angled in towards the listening area to focus the sound radiation. This positioning will typically improve imaging and is especially recommended by Dynaudio. However, you are free to select the precise position based on your personal listening habits.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD Connections and control elements This section describes the connections and control elements for the components. Please contact your Dynaudio distributor if you have any problems with connection and start-up. Distributor addresses can be found on the Internet at dynaudio.com. The active loudspeakers have an integrated amplifier and can be controlled with the remote control.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Connection and control elements CONNECTIONS AND CONTROL ELEMENTS Digital Audio Digital connection. IN = input, OUT = output Analog Audio Analog connection. IN = input, Input sensitivity = manual correction of the input sensitivity (+6 / 0 / -6 dB) Service USB port for firmware update Speaker Position Sound adjustment (depending on the position of the loudspeakers). Sound adjustment is performed with a rotary knob with 7 positions.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD Remote control The remote control can be used to turn the loudspeakers on and off, change the volume, switch between digital and analog input, switch the display on or off, and select a hub and its connected signal sources. CONTROL ELEMENTS MUTE Muting the loudspeakers Briefly pressing this button will mute or unmute the selected loudspeaker. ON/OFF Loudspeaker on/off = on. = switch to standby VOLUME Changing the volume = louder.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Remote control / Connecting the loudspeakers Connecting the digital signal source. Connecting the loudspeakers Ź To connect the loudspeakers, switch all components off. Connecting the digital signal source You can connect your loudspeakers as follows: • Both loudspeakers are connected using cables. This requires two digital cables but the systems benefits from signal processing of 24 bits/192 kHz.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD Connecting the digital signal source Operating with a cable. Operating via Hub or Connect. Connecting only one loudspeaker with a cable Operating the loudspeakers via a Hub or Connect 1. Connect the digital output for the signal source to the digital input (Digital Audio IN) on one loudspeaker. You can choose whether to use the right or left loudspeaker. 2. Operate the connected loudspeaker as master by setting the Channel Mode switch on the rear side of the housing to Master.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Connecting the analog signal source / Operating the loudspeaker without controlling the volume Connecting the analog signal source. Connecting the analog signal source Operating the loudspeakers without controlling the volume The loudspeakers can also output signals from an analog signal source. The signal source is connected to the analog inputs. You can also operate the loudspeakers without controlling the volume yourself.
Owner's Manual Focus XD Adjusting the loudspeakers’ sound The sound of Focus XD loudspeakers can be adjusted by increasing or lowering high and low frequencies. Each loudspeaker can be set separately and individually based on the room conditions and personal listening preferences. Adjusting the low-frequency range The Speaker Position rotary knob allows you to lower low frequencies.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Connecting the voltage supply Adjusting the loudspeaker’s sound / Connecting the voltage supply Ź Use the supplied power cable to connect the loudspeakers to the mains voltage and switch it on using the power switch (POWER) on the rear (position: I). Switching on/standby mode To switch the loudspeaker on from standby mode: Ź Point the remote control at the loudspeaker and press the ON button. The loudspeaker will automatically search for an audio signal or an active hub.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD Selecting inputs on the loudspeakers / Adjusting the volume Selecting inputs on the loudspeakers Ź Press the DIRECT button on the remote control. The loudspeakers toggle between the analog and digital input if the corresponding signal sources are connected. Selecting the Hub or Connect inputs Optionally, the loudspeakers can also be operated with a Dynaudio Hub or Connect box. For details on operation via Hub or Connect, please refer to the Connect Owner’s Manual.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Display / Display meanings Display The display on the top edge of the housing indicates the operational state of the loudspeakers and system using LEDs with various colours and flash functions. The display can be switched on or off with button on the remote control. the LED DISPLAY MEANINGS On-state The bottom LED is illuminated in blue. The loudspeaker is switched on and an audio signal connected to a Hub or Connect is played back. The bottom LED is flashing in blue.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD LED DISPLAY MEANINGS Hub or Connect connection The bottom LED is flashing red. Switch-on process LEDs are illuminated one by one. Switch-off process The LEDs go out one by one. In the final state, only one LED is illuminated dimly in red. There is no active Hub or Connect, or no connection to a Hub or Connect possible The loudspeaker is being switched on. The loudspeaker is being switched off. Displaying the direct input One of the two LEDs flashes.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Display meanings LED DISPLAY MEANINGS Displaying the selected Hub or Connect One of the three LEDs flashes. LED 1 = HUB A LED 2 = HUB B LED 3 = HUB C Displaying the input source One of the four LEDs flashes. LED 1 = INPUT 1 2nd LED = INPUT 2 3rd LED = INPUT 3 4th LED = INPUT 4 Searching for an input The blue LED flashes; the lights in the white LEDs move back and forth. Searching for an active input on the hub The blue LED flashes, the white LEDs briefly light in order.
Owner’s Manual Focus XD Display meanings LED DISPLAY MEANINGS Firmware update 24 Volume, mute A number of white LEDs are illuminated. The number of LEDs indicates the selected volume. The first LED flashes. The loudspeaker is muted. Firmware update The white LEDs light in order. A firmware update is being performed. 1. Copy the firmware file onto an empty USB stick. 2. Switch the loudspeaker off using the power switch on the rear of the device. 3.
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Owner’s Manual Focus XD Care & maintenance Dynaudio loudspeakers require no special treatment apart from the kind of careful handling you would normally apply to any high-tech product in your home. Cleaning the loudspeakers Ź Switch off all components of your system when cleaning any of these components or in case of extended absences.
dynaudio.com/focusxd Warranty Care & maintenance / warranty The warranty is based on the statutory regulations of the respective country. Furthermore, Dynaudio offers an extended warranty after registration online at http://www. dynaudio.com/register. Please refer to the information during registration for warranty periods. This warranty only covers faults or defects in material and production. Damage caused as a result of abuse, misuse or defective electronics is not covered by the warranty.
Focus XD Designed and engineered by Dynaudio Labs in Denmark Dynaudio A/S 8660 Skanderborg Denmark www.dynaudio.com Focus XD - Owner’s manual, version 10/17. All text and image copyrights reserved. Subject to change without notice.
Focus XD series The Focus XD is a new generation in high-end audio. 24-bit/192kHz resolution from the music source to the driver. It’s a complete digital revolution.
Focus 60 XD Focus 30 XD Focus 20 XD Focus XD series Data Focus 60 XD Focus 30 XD Focus 20 XD Analog inputs 1xRCA per speaker 1xRCA per speaker 1xRCA per speaker Digital inputs / outputs 1xRCA input/1xRCA output 1xRCA input/1xRCA output 1xRCA input/1xRCA output Wireless Accepts up to 24-bit/96kHz (Connect box) Accepts up to 24-bit/96kHz (Connect box) Accepts up to 24-bit/96kHz (Connect box) Frequency response (+/- 3dB) 18Hz–24kHz 29Hz–24kHz 39Hz–24kHz Box principle Closed Bass reflex
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