ELAC DEBUT 3.0 DB53 (01) PDF Document

To avoid damage to the speakers and other components, follow these guidelines:

1. Unbox the speakers carefully to avoid physically damaging them.

2. Use appropriate gauge wires, with a minimum of 16 gauge wire for runs up to 25 feet.

3. Ensure your equipment is turned off before connecting the speakers.

4. Check to ensure positive and negative wires are not touching each other once they are connected to the speaker terminals.

Follow these steps to ensure correct wiring and polarity:

1. Make sure wire polarity is connected correctly. Connect the positive (red) connection on the amplifier terminal to the positive (red) terminal on the speakers. Follow the same instruction for the negative side.

2. Strip off approximately 1/2 inch of the insulation from the ends of the speaker cable.

3. Twist the bare strands and insert them into the binding post.

For maximum performance and optimal sound quality, place the speakers approximately one to two feet away from boundaries such as walls and especially corners.

Close proximity to a side or rear wall will enhance bass performance, but being too close (particularly to a corner) may result in bass that is unnatural. If a corner location is unavoidable, try to position the loudspeaker so that the distance to the rear wall is not equal to the distance to the side wall.

For the best results and a realistic stereo image, place the speakers so that an equilateral triangle is created between the speakers and your favorite listening position.

If the left and right speakers are too far apart, angle (toe in) them towards the listening position to gain a more focused central image.

When using these speakers for a 5.1-channel surround set-up, avoid placing the surround speakers forward of your listening position. The surround speakers should be spread apart wider than the front speakers.

In addition, elevate the speakers to the same height or slightly higher as the front speakers for the most enveloping sound field. You may need to experiment with the positioning by pointing the rear surround speakers towards the listening area.

The only regular maintenance required is occasional dusting. Use only a soft, smooth cloth or a dust brush. You can clean the grilles with the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner.

Never apply any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner or any harsh detergent. Do not use alcohol, benzene, or furniture polish, as some chemical agents can degrade or soften the rubber feet or damage the cabinet finish.

When choosing a location, ensure the following:

1. Install the speakers on a level surface only.

2. Do not place them in direct sunlight, very humid areas, or locations prone to vibrations.

3. Avoid locations that are exceptionally hot or cold.

4. Do not place near CRT Televisions as the speakers are not magnetically shielded and may cause color issues.

5. Keep away from magnetic cards (credit cards or commuter cards) to prevent failure.

6. Do not install in a closed rack or a closed cupboard. Do not block any ventilation openings.

7. Do not install the speaker near transformers, as electromagnetic stray fields can cause hum noise on woofers.

The specifications for the ELAC DEBUT 3.0 DB53 are as follows:

Servicing must be carried out by qualified service personnel only. Service is required when the loudspeaker has been damaged in any way, such as damage to the power supply cord or plug, or when liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the loudspeaker, the speaker has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Do not open the cabinet because the components and conductors may carry dangerous levels of electricity. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not attempt to open the loudspeaker yourself.