Bowers & Wilkins A5 User Manual

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A5

Bowers & Wilkins A5 Specifications

Power

input voltage	100V - 240V ~ 50/60Hz
rated power consumption	48W
standby power consumption	<0.5W

Operating Environment

operating temperature	up to 45°C

Audio Specifications

frequency response	47Hz – 22kHz ±3dB
frequency range	-6dB at 40Hz and 24kHz
amplifier power output (tweeter)	2x 20W
amplifier power output (midrange)	2x 20W

Weight and Dimensions

height	180 mm
width	300 mm
depth	120 mm
net weight	3.6 kg

Summary

A5 Carton Contents

Connecting to your A5

AirPlay Connection

Explains how to stream audio wirelessly or via Ethernet using AirPlay.

Auxiliary Input (AUX)

Describes connecting an external analog audio source via the AUX input.

Mains Input (POWER)

Details connecting the A5 to a mains outlet for power.

Using A5

Switching On and Off

Explains Standby, Sleep modes, and how to switch the A5 on and off.

A5 Functions

Details various functions including connectivity and remote control usage.

Adjusting the sound of A5

Explains how to tailor sound using EQ options or source hardware.

A5 Automatic Input Switching

Describes automatic switching between AirPlay and AUX inputs.

The A5 Indicator

Joining Wireless Networks and Configuring iTunes

Set up your A5 with your iOS device

Guides setup using an iOS device via the AirPlay Setup App.

Set up with Mac or PC

Guides setup using a Mac or PC via the AirPlay Setup App.

Setting up A5 using a wired connection

Explains how to set up A5 using a wired Ethernet connection.

Configuring iTunes

Details how to configure iTunes to use A5 as an output device.

A5 Firmware Update

A5 Factory Reset

Cleaning A5

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications