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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.
They
are explicitly provided for
leveling
the
speaker. For leveling 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.
3. Location
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. 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.
In
combination with certain
materials/
lacquers / material surfaces, anti-slip
feet
or
spike washers may
cause colored imprints on
the
surfaces.
4. Overload
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.
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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
.
To
reduce
the
risk
of
electric
shock,
do
not
open the loudspeaker. Servicing should be carried
out
by
qualified service personnel only.
6. Cleaning
NOTE: Clean only with a soft, smooth cloth
or
with a
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).
7.
Volume
CAUTION! Continuous high volume may cause severe damage
to
your
hearing. Please listen responsibly.
8. Disposal
The packaging
is
made from recyclable materials. Dispose
of
this in
an
environmentally friendly manner.
At
the
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.
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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 sole purpose is
to
bring a
new
dimension
of
sound quality into
your
home. Enjoy!
Before Use
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
12
gauge wire
for
runs up
to
25
feet).
Make sure wire polarity
is
connected correctly. Most speaker cables are
coded
for
ease
of
use. Make
sure positive (red) connection on
the
amplifier terminal
is
connected
to
the
positive (red) on
your
speak-
ers. 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.
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Speaker Connections
The Carina speakers are
designed
to
use conventional wiring as well
as
Bi-Amping
or
Bi-Wiring. For
conventional wiring leave
the
metal
jumpers
in place and
connect
the+
(Red) and Black(-) connectors on your
amplifier
to
the+
(Red) and Black(-) connectors on
the
speakers
as
shown in Fig
1.
For Bi-Amping remove
the
metal
jumpers
and
follow
the diagram on Fig 2. For Bi-Wiring remove
the
metal
jumpers
and
follow
the
diagram
in Fig 3.
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Speaker Placement
Achieve maximum performance and optimal sound quality from
your
ELAC Carina 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. 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.
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Place the speakers approximately one
to
two
feet
away (fig.
1)
from boundaries such
as
wall(s) and especially
corners. 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.
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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
front
left and right speakers are
too
far apart, angle (toe-in) them
towards
the
listening position
to
gain a
more
focused central image.
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Surround Sound Setup
Whether
you
use
the
Carina
bookshelf
or
the
Carina
floor
-
standing
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. Like
the
front
speakers,
you
may
need
to
experiment
with
the
positioning
by
pointing
the
rear
surround
speakers
towards
the
listening area.
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RIGHT
REAR
SURROUND
Center Speaker Setup
The ELAC CC241.4
center
channel
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
CC241.1
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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model BS243.4 CC241.4
Type
2-way
Vented box 3-way Vented box
Woofer 1x Aluminum
cone
5-1/4" 2 x Aluminum
cone
5-1/4"
Midrange
N/A
N/A
Tweeter JET
folded
ribbon JET
folded
ribbon
Magnetic shielding No
No
Crossover
frequency
2.7kHz 100Hz /
3kHz
Frequency range
(IEC
268-5)
46Hz-30kHz
50Hz-30kHz
Sensitivity
85dB
/
2.83V
/
1m
87dB/2.83V/1m
Recommended amplifier
power
30
to
150
wpc
30
to
200
wpc
Peak
power
handling 100W 120W
Nominal I Minimum
impedance
6 Ohm / 4.8 Ohm 6 Ohm / 4.8
Ohm
Finishes Satin Black, Satin White Satin Black, Satin White
Accessories included n/a n/a
Net
Weight 14.73 lbs
22.44
lbs
Dimensions (HxWxD)
08
.
52
X
08.06
X 12.54
08
.
34
X
07
.
79
X 24.41
Model FS247.4
Type 2-1/2
way
Vented box
Woofer 2 x Aluminum
cone
5-1/4"
Midrange
N/A
Tweeter JET
folded
ribbon
Magnetic shielding
No
Crossover
frequency
1kHz, 2.7kHz
Frequency range
(IEC
268-5)
34Hz-30kHz
Sensitivity 87dB/2.83V/1m
Recommended amplifier
power
30
to
250
wpc
Peak
power
handling 120W
Nominal I Minimum
impedance
6 Ohm / 4.8 Ohm
Finishes Satin Black, Satin White
Accessories included Binding post straps,
outrigger
feet, spikes and discs
Net
Weight
36.20
lbs
Dimensions (HxWxD)
08.52
X
08.06
X 42.07
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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.
Limitations
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.
If
service
is
required
In
the
event
that
service is required, please contact ELAC America at 714-252-8843
or
at
to
arrange for service
or
replacement.
You
will be responsible to provide
proof
of
purchase (Copy
or
original sales receipt). Shipping
to
and from
our
repair center will
be
the
responsibility
of
the
original purchaser.
Warranty Outside
of
North America
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.
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Developed from the renowned award
winning 240 series.
Building upon its performance, Carina continues ELAC’s tradition of utilizing the
JET tweeter, chosen for its amazing clarity, dynamics and attack.
To match this capability, a new in-house developed proprietary compound
curvature aluminum coned woofer is seamlessly blended via a sophisticated
multi-element xover to produce an organic life like sound experience.
Fresh looks, fresh sound; the new Carina is destined to further enhance ELACs
class leading reputation.
Carina Series
Speakers
Carina™Series
A New Classic
Simple yet striking looks. Breathtaking sound. The
new Carina series matches fresh visual elegance with
remarkable sound to bring you what promises to be a new
classic in ELACs lineup.
SPECIFICATIONS BS243.4 CC241.4 FS247.4
Bookshelf Speaker Center Channel Floorstanding Speaker
Type............................................................. 2-way Vented box 3-way Vented box 2-1/2 way Vented box
Woofer......................................................... 1 x Aluminum cone 5-1/4" 2 x Aluminum cone 5-1/4" 2 x Aluminum cone 5-1/4"
Midrange.................................................... N/A N/A N/A
Tweeter....................................................... JET folded ribbon JET folded ribbon JET folded ribbon
Crossover frequency.............................. 2.7kHz 100Hz / 3kHz 1kHz / 2.7kHz
Frequency range (IEC 268-5).............. 46Hz - 30kHz 50Hz - 30kHz 34Hz - 30kHz
Sensitivity................................................... 85dB/2.83V/1m 87dB/2.83V/1m 87dB/2.83V/1m
Recommended amplifier power......... 30 to 150 wpc 30 to 200 wpc 30 to 250 wpc
Peak power handling............................. 100W 120W 120W
Nominal | Minimum impedance.......... 6 Ohm / 4.8 Ohm 6 Ohm / 4.8 Ohm 6 Ohm / 4.8 Ohm
Finishes....................................................... Satin Black, Satin White Satin Black, Satin White Satin Black, Satin White
Accessories included ........................... n/a n/a Binding post straps, outrigger
feet, spikes and discs
Net Weight (each).................................... 14.73 lbs 22.44 lbs 36.20 lbs
Dimensions (HxWxD).............................. 08.52 x 08.06 x 12.54 08.34 x 07.79 x 24.41 08.52 x 08.06 x 42.07
Jet Folded Ribbon Tweeter
Delivering true high-definition sound,
ELAC’s JET tweeters enthrall with its
lightning-fast response and wide dynamic
range, oering minimal distortion, lots of
headroom and a wider frequency range.
The ELAC JET tweeter is one of the
most legendary tweeters in the industry
and has won international praise with its
transparent and eortless sound image.
Sophisticated Compound Curvature
Aluminum Woofer
To match the capabilities of the JET
tweeter and guarantee a seamless
transition from the woofer to the JET
tweeter, the compound curvature cone
has been developed to control the cone
breakup and move it well beyond the
operating range of the woofer.
A large diameter voice coil and oversized
vented pole piece magnet combine to
give remarkable bass dynamics and a rich
powerful performance.
Downward Firing Ports
For a more flexible speaker placement
and to minimize ventilation noise, the
bass reflex port on the Carina series is
directed to the floor, exiting the bottom
of the speaker cabinet in a down-firing
configuration.
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