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Safety Instructions 1. General information 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. 2. Use only as directed • Connect the speaker(s) according to the instructions in the manual. Many ELAC speakers are equipped with spikes and/or anti-slip feet.
5. Service DANGER! Do not open the cabinet because the components and conductors may carry current! Servicing to be carried out by qualified service personnel only. 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.
Philosophy Thank you for purchasing this ELAC product. Since the time we started (1926), ELAC has always striven to achieve the very best. Your new ELAC speakers are built to the highest standards using high-quality components that are carefully constructed to deliver the best-in-class sound quality. They are developed by a passionate group of individuals whose soul purpose is to bring a new dimension of sound quality into your home.
Feet & Spike Installation (DFR52 Only) Using the included feet provide a wider support base for speaker cabinet. The included spikes improve stability on uneven surfaces and thickly carpeted floors. Please, use cution when dealing with spikes as they are sharp. IMPORTANT! In order to prevent scratching or damage the cabinet, turn the speaker upside down onto a soft surface while you attach the outrigger feet and spikes. We highly recomend a second person help with this process. A.
Installing and Removing the Grills The mesh grills of your Debut Reference speakers are designed to be removable if desired. To remove it, hold the top or bottom edges of the grill and pull gently. To replace the grill, align the edges of the grills with the edges of the cabinet. The grill will be positioned and hold in place by the magnets incorporated in the grill. IMPORTANT! ELAC DFR52 Floorstanding Speakers Safety Clip The ELAC DFR52 Floorstanding speakers include a safety clip in the accessories bag.
Speaker Placement Achieve maximum performance and optimal sound quality from your ELAC Reference speakers with proper speaker placement and set-up. While not all rooms are the same, use the following guidelines to configure the speakers for your particular room. There are no "exact" rules or boundaries in setting up your speakers but the following suggestions will help optimize your desired results.
Stereo Setup For the best results and the most realistic stereo image and lifelike sound, place the speakers so that an equilateral triangle (fig. 2) is created between the speakers and your favorite listening position. This set up creates the optimum imaging performance. If you find that your DBR62 or DFR52 left and right speakers are too far apart, angle (toe in) them towards the listening position to gain a more focused central image. Left Speaker Right Speaker TV & Center Speaker • : . : I [w .
Surround Sound Setup Whether you use the DBR62 bookshelf or the DFR52 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. In addition, elevate the speakers to the same height or slightly higher as the front speakers for the most enveloping sound field .
Center Speaker Setup The ELAC DCR52 center channel speaker is designed to produce dialog sounds and should be positioned above or below (fig. 3) your television. Align it with the center of the television . As much as possible, try to keep the DCR52 close to the same level (height) as your front speakers for a more even sound stage.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Enclosure Type Frequency Response DBR62 Bookshelf Speaker DCR52 Center Channel Speaker DFR52 Floorstanding Speaker 2-Way Bass Reflex 2 - Way Bass Reflex 3-Way Bass Reflex 44Hz-35000Hz 55Hz - 35000hz 42Hz-35000Hz 6 Ohms 8 Ohms 6 Ohms 86db @ 2.83v/1m 87db@ 2.83v/1m 87db @ 2.83v/1m 2200Hz 2200Hz 90hz/2200Hz Nominal Impedance Sensitivity Crossover Frequency 120 Watts 120 Watts 140 Watts 1" Cloth Dome 1" Cloth Dome 1" Cloth Dome n/a n/a 5.25 Inch Aramid Fiber 6.
ELAC Americas Inc. North America Limited Liability Warranty Passive Speakers (No Built-in Amplifier) 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 this time period, repair or replacement of parts will be free of charge to the original owner (See below limitations). Shipping to and return from the repair center will be the responsibility of the original purchaser.
