READ FIRST !
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS !
The bolt of lightning in an equilateral tri-
Warning: To prevent any risk of elec-
angle warns the user that the device has
tric shock, do not remove the cover (or
high voltage that could result in a risk of
the back) from the device. There are no
electric shock.
user-serviceable parts in this device. For
maintenance or repairs, contact a quali-
fied professional.
1. Read these instructions.
13. The apparatus weight exceeds 20Kg,
2. Keep these instructions.
could drop and causes serious injuries.
3. Heed all warnings.
Move the apparatus with care.
4. Follow all instructions.
14. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
storms or when unused for long periods
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
of time.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
15. Refer all servicing to qualified service
Install in accordance with the manufac-
personnel. Servicing is required when the
turer's instructions.
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
8. Do not install near any heat sources
such as power-supply cord or plug is dam-
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
aged, liquid has been spilled or objects
or other apparatus (including amplifi-
have fallen into the apparatus, the appara-
ers) that produce heat. The switch must
tus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
remain easily accessible.
does not operate normally, or has been
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
dropped.
polarized plug. A polarized plug has two
16. This product is a device belonging to
blades with one wider than the other. The
Class 1. Only plug in the device using the
wide bladed is provided for your safety. If
mains plug provided, which incorporates
the provided plug does not fit into your
an earth connection. The device must be
outlet, consult an electrician for replace-
plugged into an earthed mains socket.
ment of the obsolete outlet.
17. The MAINS plug is used as the discon-
10. Protect the power cord from be-
nect device and shall remain readily oper-
ing walked on or pinched particularly at
able.
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
18. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
point where they exit from the apparatus.
electric shock, do not expose this appara-
11.
Only
use
attachments/accessories
tus to rain or moisture. And the apparatus
specified by the manufacturer.
shall not be exposed to dripping or splash-
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
ing and that no objects filled with liquids,
bracket, or table specified by the manu-
such as vases, shall be placed on the ap-
facturer, or sold with the apparatus. When
paratus.
a cart is used, use caution when moving
19. Do not obstruct ventilation openings
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
20. Do not insert any objects into the de-
injury from tip-over.
vice's ventilation openings. They could
come into contact with one of the high-
voltage components or short-circuit them
and cause a fire or electric shock. Do not
spill liquid on the device.
USA:
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
The exclamation mark in an equilateral
triangle warns the user that the manual
contains important instructions on how
to use and look after the device.
21. Do not attempt to repair this device
yourself. Opening it may expose you to
hazardous voltages or to other risks.
Contact a qualified professional for all
maintenance work.
22. Do not use this device in tropical cli-
mates (environment temperature should
not exceed 45°C).
23. Do not use this device at altitudes of
more than 2,000 m.
24. To avoid damaging your hearing, do
not listen to loudspeakers at high
volumes
for
long
periods
of
Listen ing to speakers at high volumes
can cause damage to the user's ears
and may lead to hearing problems (tem-
porary or permanent deafness, buzz-
ing in the ears, tinnitus, hyperacusis).
Exposure to excessive volumes (over 85
dB) for more than one hour can cause ir-
reparable damage to your hearing.
25. Astral 16 amplifiers require Class 2
speaker output wiring.
(CEI 60417-6044)
Canada:
Industry Canada Statement:
This device complies with ISED's licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d' ISED applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) le
dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit ac-
cepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonc-
tionnement indésirable.
ASTRAL 16
U s e r m a n u a l
GB
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Table of Contents
Specifications ................................................................... 5
Front Panel ........................................................................ 8
Rear Panel .......................................................................... 8
General .............................................................................. 10
Welcome........................................................................... 10
Features ..................................................................... 10
Installation ....................................................................... 10
Ventilation ................................................................. 10
First Run .............................................................................11
Power On ....................................................................11
System ................................................................................15
Input ....................................................................................17
Our policy of continual product improvement means that Focal-JMlab reserves the right to modify the technical specifications
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Profiles ...............................................................................19
Output Mapping ............................................................23
Multi-way Loudspeaker Setup .................................24
Channel EQ ......................................................................24
Room EQ Wizard Integration ...................................26
Child Theater / Sub Theater .....................................26
Zones .................................................................................27
Dirac Live .........................................................................28
Settings Menu ..................................................................31
Triggers .......................................................................31
Parameters ................................................................31
System Setup ..........................................................32
Front Panel ...............................................................32
IR Function Assignment & Commands .........32
Presets ...............................................................................33
Monitoring....................................................................... 34
Web UI Remote Control .............................................35
iPad App ...........................................................................36
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