ELAC OW4.2 (01) PDF MANUAL

Please read and follow these safety instructions.

Keep them safe for future reference.

Observe all warnings on the speaker and in the manual. Please check the speaker for damage before use. The speaker must be in perfect working condition. Damaged parts may lead to personal injury.

Connect the speaker(s) according to the instructions in the manual.

Many ELAC speakers are equipped with spikes and/or anti-slip feet. They are explicitly provided for levelling the speaker. For levelling on an uneven floor, unscrew the spikes or anti-slip feet by 2-3 turns of thread. The speaker should always be in perfect vertical alignment: the stability of the speaker must not be compromised by using spikes or anti-slip feet as the speaker may tip-over.

Install the speakers on a level surface only.

When choosing the location of these speakers do not place them in locations that are:

In direct sunlight

Very humid

Prone to vibrations

Exceptionally hot or cold

Near CRT Televisions (the speakers are not magnetically shielded and may cause color issues with a CRT based TV)

Close to magnetic cards (Since the speakers are not magnetically shielded placing magnetic cards such as credit cards or commuter cards may cause them to fail).

WARNING! Please ensure the product is perfectly stable to avoid injury from tip-over.

Please note, that stability can be increased by using spikes on carpeted surfaces. However, the mounting of spikes must be carried out carefully due to their very sharp ends which may cause injuries. The stability on slippery floors can be increased by using Velcro fastening tape or double-sided adhesive tape. Ensure the product is perfectly stable to avoid injury from tip-over. For leveling on an uneven floor, unscrew the spikes or anti-slip feet by 2-3 turns of thread, ensuring the speaker remains in perfect vertical alignment.

Do not install the speaker near any heat sources such as radiators, heating valves, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat, or in areas where there is a risk of explosion.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not install the speaker in a closed rack or in a closed cupboard.

Do not put burning candles on or near the speaker.

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

No, the speakers are not magnetically shielded. They may cause color issues with a CRT based TV and placing magnetic cards such as credit cards or commuter cards close to them may cause the cards to fail.

Yes, in combination with certain materials / lacquers / material surfaces, anti-slip feet or spike washers may cause colored imprints on the surfaces.

Extreme overload of the device due to very high volume may cause damage to individual components. Because of the possible danger, you should never leave loudspeakers under extreme overload conditions unattended.

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

DANGER! Do not open the cabinet because the components and conductors may carry current! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open the loudspeaker. Servicing to be carried out by qualified service personnel only.

NOTE: Clean only with soft, smooth cloth or with dust brush.

Do not use scouring agents, alcohol, benzene, furniture polish or other agents for cleaning! Modern furniture is often coated with multiple varnishes and plastics which can be treated with chemical agents. Some of these agents contain substances which degrade or soften the rubber feet. Therefore we advise that you place an anti-slip mat underneath the loudspeaker(s).

CAUTION! Continuous high volume may cause severe damage to your hearing. Please listen responsibly.

The packaging is made from recyclable materials. Dispose of this in an environmentally friendly manner. At end of life do not dispose of the speaker(s) with standard household waste. The speaker must be recycled in accordance with local legislation. Ask your local government for further information on recycling as the device contains valuable raw materials. Disable the speaker(s) before disposal.

To avoid damage to the speakers and other components:

Carefully unbox the speakers carefully to avoid physically damaging your speakers.

Use appropriate gauge wires (minimum of 16 gauge wire for runs up to 25 feet).

Make sure wire polarity is connected correctly.

Ensure your equipment is turned off before connecting speakers.

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

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

Most speaker cables are coded for ease of use. Make sure the positive (red) connection on the amplifier terminal is connected to the positive (red) on your speakers. Follow the same instructions for the negative side.

Strip off approximately 1/2” of the insulation from the ends of the speaker cable, twist the bare strands and insert into the binding post.

Ensure your equipment is turned off before connecting speakers.

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

The mesh grills of your Debut speakers are designed to be removable if desired. To remove it, hold the top or bottom edges of the grill close to the mounting points and pull gently. To replace the grill, align the pegs on the grills with the holes on the speaker and press in gently.

The ELAC F5.2 and F6.2 Floorstanding speakers include a safety clip pre-installed on the back of the cabinet for securing to a wall to prevent tip-over.

Use support hooks (not included) screwed into a wall and pass appropriate size cord (not included) around the hook and through the safety clip. Test to ensure mounted hooks and cord will prevent tipping of the speaker.

CAUTION: The safety clip is not a mounting fixture and the speaker should not be hung on the wall using the clip. ELAC does not claim responsibility for damage resulting from improper assembly, installation, insufficient strength of the installation materials, misuse, or natural disasters.

Place the speakers approximately one to two feet away (fig. 1 in the PDF) from boundaries such as wall(s) and especially corners. Remember the best sound set-up is what sounds best for you so don’t be afraid to experiment and make adjustments to the placement and directivity of the speakers.

Close proximity to a side or rear wall will enhance bass performance (output), 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 the most realistic stereo image and lifelike sound, place the speakers so that an equilateral triangle (fig. 2 in the PDF) is created between the speakers and your favorite listening position. This set up creates the optimum imaging performance.

If you find that your B5.2/B6.2 or F5.2/F6.2 left and right speakers are too far apart, angle (toe in) them towards the listening position to gain a more focused central image.

Whether you use the B5.2/B6.2 bookshelf or the F5.2/F6.2 floorstanding 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.

Elevate the surround speakers to the same height or slightly higher than the front speakers for the most enveloping sound field.

Like the front speakers, you may need to experiment with the positioning by pointing the rear surround speakers towards the listening area.

The ELAC C5.2/C6.2 center channel is designed to produce dialog sounds and should be positioned above or below (fig. 3 in the PDF) your television. Align it with the center of the television.

As much as possible, try to keep the C5.2/C6.2 close to the same level (height) as your front speakers for a more even sound stage.

Keeping the same height for the center channel can be very challenging so it might be necessary to tilt the center speaker up (if too low) or down (if too high), to aim it towards the listening area.

Optimal results for the center are obtained by setting the receiver/processor center channel size to small. If you have a choice, set the crossover frequency to 80Hz.

The ELAC OW4.2 on-wall speakers are designed as either on-wall surround speakers, on-wall front channel speakers, or on-wall side channel speakers.

Yes, do not block the speaker vents on the bottom of the OW4.2 speakers.

Included wall brackets are provided for mounting the speakers to the wall.

1. Mount the speaker bracket to the rear of the speaker using the supplied screws as shown in Fig. 1 in the PDF.

2. Mount the wall bracket to the wall using the appropriate mounting hardware based on your wall type (wall mounting screws are not provided).

Ensure a secure mount. Different wall materials require different types of mounting hardware.

No, mounting hardware (wall mounting screws) for attaching the wall bracket to the wall is not included.

We highly suggest that a professional installer performs this installation. We recommend you consult an installation professional for mounting the wall plate to ensure a secure mount.

• Enclosure Type: 2-Way Bass Reflex
• Frequency Response: 46Hz – 35,000Hz
• Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 86db @ 2.83v/1m
• Crossover Frequency: 2200Hz
• Max Power Input: 120 Watts
• Tweeter: 1″ Cloth Dome
• Woofer: 5.25 Inch Aramid Fiber
• Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
• Cabinet Finish: Black Brushed Vinyl
• Port: Dual Flared
• Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 7.09″ x 13.43″ x 9.21″

• Enclosure Type: 2-Way Bass Reflex
• Frequency Response: 44Hz – 35000Hz
• Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 87db @ 2.83v/1m
• Crossover Frequency: 2200Hz
• Max Power Input: 120 Watts
• Tweeter: 1″ Cloth Dome
• Woofer: 6.5 Inch Aramid Fiber
• Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
• Cabinet Finish: Black Brushed Vinyl
• Port: Dual Flared
• Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 7.69″ x 14.76″ x 10.55″

• Enclosure Type: 3 – Way Bass Reflex
• Frequency Response: 42Hz – 35000hz
• Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 86db @ 2.83v/1m
• Crossover Frequency: 90Hz/2200Hz
• Max Power Input: 140 Watts
• Tweeter: 1″ Cloth Dome
• Woofer: 3 x 5.25 Inch Aramid Fiber
• Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
• Cabinet Finish: Black Brushed Vinyl
• Port: 3 x Dual Flared
• Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 7.09″ x 40″ x 9.21″

• Enclosure Type: 3- Way Bass Reflex
• Frequency Response: 39Hz – 35000Hz
• Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 87db @ 2.8mv/1m
• Crossover Frequency: 90Hz/2200Hz
• Max Power Input: 140 Watts
• Tweeter: 1″ Cloth Dome
• Woofer: 3 x 6.5″ Inch Aramid Fiber
• Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
• Cabinet Finish: Black Brushed Vinyl
• Port: 3 x Dual Flared
• Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 7.69″ x 43.18″ x 10.55″

• Enclosure Type: 2-Way Bass Reflex
• Frequency Response: 55Hz – 35000Hz
• Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 87db @ 2.83v/1m
• Crossover Frequency: 2200Hz
• Max Power Input: 120 Watts
• Tweeter: 1″ Cloth Dome
• Woofer: 2 x 5.25 Inch Aramid Fiber
• Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
• Cabinet Finish: Black Brushed Vinyl
• Port: Dual Flared
• Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 21.25″ x 7.09″ x 8.62″

• Enclosure Type: 2-Way Bass Reflex
• Frequency Response: 55Hz – 35000Hz
• Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 88db @ 2.83v/1m
• Crossover Frequency: 2200Hz
• Max Power Input: 120 Watts
• Tweeter: 1″ Cloth Dome
• Woofer: 2 x 6.5 Inch Aramid Fiber
• Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
• Cabinet Finish: Black Brushed Vinyl
• Port: Dual Flared
• Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 23.35″ x 7.61″ x 10.55″

• Enclosure Type: 2-Way Bass Reflex
• Frequency Response: 70Hz – 35000Hz
• Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 87db @ 2.83v/1m
• Crossover Frequency: 2500Hz
• Max Power Input: 80 Watts
• Tweeter: 1″ Cloth Dome
• Woofer: 4 Inch Aramid Fiber
• Cabinet: CARB2 Rated MDF
• Cabinet Finish: Black Brushed Vinyl
• Port: Dual Flared
• Binding Posts: 5-Way Metal
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 7.87″ x 12.76″ x 3.94″

ELAC Americas Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that this product be free from defects and or workmanship for a period of 3 (Three) years from the original date of purchase.

During the warranty period (3 years from original purchase date), repair or replacement of parts will be free of charge to the original owner for defects and/or workmanship.

Shipping to and return from the repair center will be the responsibility of the original purchaser.

Warranty begins on the date of original purchase from an authorized ELAC Americas Inc. dealer.

Product is warranted only if used in home applications within the max power rating specified in this manual. Commercial use of this product is not warranted.

Product that has been modified or altered in anyway will not be warranted.

Product that has been abused or subjected to faulty equipment will not be warranted.

Products with defaced or removed serial numbers will not be warranted.

In the event that service is required, please contact ELAC America at 888-541-0996 or at customerservice@elac.us to arrange for service or replacement. You will be responsible to provide proof of purchase (Copy or original sales receipt).

This warranty applies to products purchased in the United States and Canada. For warranty claims outside of North America please contact the local dealer/distributor in the country of purchase.