Quickstart Guide
Premium Powered Speakers
Unpacking
Your speakers were carefully tested and inspected before packaging
and shipping. After unpacking please check for any damage. It is rare
that any damage occurs during shipping, but if this does happen
contact the shipping company immediately. We also recommend that
you keep the original carton and packing material.
Quick Setup - Wireless connection
Connect the speaker wire from the left (powered) speaker to the right
(passive) speaker.
Connect the power cable to the A5+ rear panel and plug the other
end into an AC power outlet.
Connect the antenna to the A5+ rear panel.
Turn on the power switch on the rear panel. The A5+ will go into
wireless pair mode and the Pair button on the rear panel of the
powered speaker should be flashing.
On your device, turn on Bluetooth and go to Bluetooth preferences.
Select "Audioengine 5+" to pair and connect. The Pair indicator on the
A5+ rear panel should stop flashing and turn solid.
Play your music and adjust volume levels on A5+ and your device.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add additional devices. A5+ can connect only
one device at a time, but it will remember up to six devices.
To disconnect from a paired device and put the speakers back into
pair mode, either remove the speakers from your device or press and
hold the Pair button on the rear panel until the indicator begins
flashing.
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Safety Instructions
1. Please read these instructions before using this product.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings on the product and in this guide.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth and as directed by the manufacturer.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or third prong are provided for your
safety.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Use only attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/appara-
tus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time to prevent damage to this product.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Welcome to the Audioengine family and congratulations on your purchase
of the Audioengine 5+ Wireless Powered Speaker System!
The Audioengine team is dedicated to bringing you the highest-quality
listening experience possible and the Audioengine 5+ Wireless speakers
were designed with the same attention to detail and operational simplicity
as all other Audioengine products.
As with our other past efforts, we want to thank our customers, distributors,
and resellers for the inspiration to create another great Audioengine
product.
What’s in the box
A5+ Wireless powered (left) speaker
A5+ Wireless passive (right) speaker
Remote control
Antenna
Speaker wire (16AWG), 3.75 meters (~12.3ft)
Detachable AC power cord
3.5mm mini-jack to mini-jack audio cable, 2 meters (~6.5ft)
RCA-to-RCA audio cable, 2 meters (~6.5ft)
Cloth speaker bags
Cloth cable bag
Setup guide
Product line brochure
Features
Built-in power amplifiers
High-fidelity Bluetooth® with aptX® HD + extended range
RCA and mini-jack audio inputs
Remote control
Variable preamp audio output
Custom Kevlar woofers and silk tweeters
Hand-built MDF wood cabinets
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK.)
NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
ATTENTION: POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE
ÉLECTIQUE, NE RETIREZ PAS LE COUVERCLE (OU
L’ARRIÈRE.) IL NE SE TROUVE ÀL’INTÉRIEURAUCUNE
PIÉCE POUVANT ÊTRE RÉPARÉE PAR L’USAGER.
S’ADRESSER ÀUN REÉPARATEUR COMÉTENT.
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS
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Wired connection
Connect one of the included audio cables to your music player
(phone, tablet, computer, TV, etc.) and the other end to an input on
the A5+ rear panel.
Play your music and adjust the volume on the speakers and your
device to the desired listening levels.
Inputs and volume settings
Multiple sources and devices may be connected to the speakers at
the same time and all inputs are open and active so it’s easy to
switch between your tablet, phone, TV, or any other device.
To adjust the volume, we recommend you first set a level on the A5+
and then use the volume control directly on your device to adjust
the overall level. Volume settings are flexible and there is no right or
wrong so feel free to experiment to find settings that work for you.
Break-in Period
Your speakers will sound great out of the box and will get better
over time. No need to do anything else but listen to them. We do
recommend that you give them at least 40 to 50 hours break-in time
before doing any critical listening.
Cleaning
We don’t recommend using any solvents or cleaners. Just wipe down
the cabinets with a soft, dry cloth.
For additional setup instructions and troubleshooting tips, go to
http://support.audioengineusa.com.
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Other Features
Variable audio output
The A5+ Wireless Powered Speakers include a variable full-range preamp
audio output so you can connect a subwoofer. You can also stream music
to other systems around your house by using our add-on wireless adapt-
ers. This output is variable (adjustable) so the volume level of the output
can be conveniently controlled from the A5+ front panel or remote
control.
Stand Mounting
Threaded ¼’ x 20 brass inserts are included on the bottom of each speaker
cabinet to provide the ability to attach the speakers to floor stands;
however, these inserts are not designed to support the full weight of the
speakers and therefore should not be used with single-point wall or ceiling
mounts.
Important safety note:
It is the customer’s responsibility to check with the speaker stand
manufacturer to determine whether that specific stand is capable of handling the
weight and proportions of these speakers in safe and stable manner. The customer is
also responsible for proper selection of mounting hardware not included with the
speaker and for the proper assembly. Audioengine disclaims any liability for the
selection of suitable floor stands and/or correct hardware between the selected stand
and these speakers.
Speaker Placement
Although your A5+ speakers are very forgiving with regards to where you
place them, it’s true that proper speaker location can have an impact on
sound quality. Even though there seem to be different theories on correct
speaker placement, rooms and tastes are different so it’s difficult to
recommend a perfect setup. We do suggest you feel free to experiment to
see what works for you.
As a general rule of thumb for the best soundstage and imaging, the
speakers should be equidistant from side walls and a different distance
from rear walls. Tweeters should be at about eye-level in your most
frequent listening location and for the best bass response we recommend
at least 6 inches of clearance between the rear of the speakers and the wall
behind them.
Here are a few more suggestions, assuming you have some flexibility
regarding where you place your speakers. No need for concern if your
situation and listening environment dictate the speakers’ position.
Both speakers should be equidistant from your primary listening position.
Placing the speakers at least 6 feet (1.8m) apart usually provides the best
imaging.
Try to keep the speakers near the front edge of shelves or cabinets.
Allow at least 6 inches of clearance between the rear of the speakers and
the wall or surface behind them.
If you need to turn the speakers on their sides, position the tweeters
toward the outside.
If used on a desktop for computer speakers, it’s best if they are placed on a
solid surface.
Wireless
