Estelon Extreme User manual

Designed
by Alfred Vassilkov
Serial Number
Model Estelon Extreme

Your ESTELON loudspeakers have passed our quality control:
– Technical test passed.
Marek Rajatalu
Production Manager
Estelon
– Listening test passed.
Alfred Vassilkov
Founder and Chief Designer
Estelon

Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2. SPECIFICATIONS .........................................7
3. UNPACKING AND SET-UP.................................9
4. PRODUCT CARE ........................................11
5. TECHNICAL SERVICES ...................................13

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1. INTRODUCTION
Our Story
There can be few world-class rms that have been founded at the
breakfast table, but Estelon – from Tallinn, Estonia – is certainly one of
them. The high-end audio brand traces its origins back many decades
when a young boy obsessed with music, began to take apart radios
and adjust them to improve the sound quality.
Before Estelon, Alfred had been designing speakers for other compa-
nies for over 25 years and spent many years researching opportunities
to achieve his ambition.
He always sought perfection and overcame challenges: growing up
in Soviet era, when resources were limited, he dismantled radios to
rebuild and improve them.
He took his interest to university, studying electro-acoustics in St Pe-
tersburg. These experiences enabled Alfred to develop technologies
and nd materials with which to construct unique and innovative
products. These were combined with inspiration from nature – par-
ticularly from the lush and expansive forest landscapes of Estonia – to
create the perfect balance between engineering and design.
The result was Estelon, one of the world’s most luxurious speaker
brands. It derives aesthetic and acoustic excellence through the merg-
er of ingenious creativity and cutting-edge science. Each decision –
from engineering techniques to materials and components used in
the manufacturing process – is made with the perfect harmony of the
speakers as a whole in mind.

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Estelon Extreme
By elevating the act of listening to new heights, Estelon delivers an
audio experience like no other. At the forefront of this sound revolu-
tion is our agship model, Estelon Extreme. The system comprises an
upper and a lower module, with the former fully adjustable to best
suit a room’s acoustic attributes and the listener’s personal preferences.
With its soaring, handcrafted cabinet and sleek two-tone nish, the
speaker system is a statement piece, but one that doesn’t need to
shout about its achievements. Indeed, the Extreme has been designed
to perform a smart disappearing act when in use: instead of having
your ear drawn to the speaker, the listener is immersed in sound, expe-
riencing music afresh in all of its nuanced splendor.
Alfred Vassilkov, the Designer and Founder of Estelon

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Engineering Concept
Each element and its characteristics play a crucial role in delivering
the purest sounds imaginable. All Estelon products are built from the
inside out. That means that the shape is the result of decades of engi-
neering and experiences on how to create the best conditions for mu-
sic reproduction. Taking this into account there are not many materials
in the world which can adhere to all of the necessary conditions.
Cabinet Materials and Finish
Our Extreme model cabinets are built using a proprietary marble
based composite material. This allows to create the perfect form and
shape of the speaker. The specic shape and materials eliminate any
extra internal resonances and difractions and therefore the sound is
pure and natural without coloration.
The nishing techniques of all our speakers come from the automo-
tive industry, which makes the coating very durable. The nishing is
handcrafted and consists of up to 12 layers and is then carefully hand
polished. The Estelon Extreme is oered in a choice of Gold, Copper,
Dark Silver and Black Lava liquid gloss in combination with Black Matte.

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2. SPECIFICATIONS
Woofer: 2x 250 mm Aluminium dome
Accuton (custom design)
Mid Woofer: 250 mm Aluminium dome
Accuton (custom design)
Midrange: 173 mm Ceramic inverted dome
Accuton (custom design)
Tweeter: 30 mm Diamond inverted dome
Accuton (custom design)
Internal Wiring: Kubala-Sosna
Frequency Response: 25 - 45 000 Hz
Power Rating: 500 W
Min Amplier Power: 20 W
Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohm
Sensitivity: 91 dB/2.83 V
Height: 5 adjustable heights 1770 - 2070 mm
Width: 670 mm
Depth: 800 mm
Weight (Upper Module): 75 kg
Weight (Lower Module): 175 kg
Net Weight Total: 250 kg per loudspeaker

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3. UNPACKING AND SET-UP
Your Estelon Extreme loudspeakers come in four ight cases and a box
with set-up frame. We strongly recommend keeping the ight cases
for possible future use or transport.
Bring the four ight cases for unpacking as close as possible to the
speakers positioning point. Due to the substantial weight and slippery
surface of the loudspeakers we suggest that three (3) persons assist in
the unpacking and positioning of them for listening.
Contents of the four (4) ight cases:
• Pair of loudspeakers:
• 2 Lower Modules
• 2 Upper Modules
• 1 Controller box with connecting cable and power cord;
remote control
• 1 Accessories box:
• 1 Key for tweeter adjustment
• 1 Screwdriver
• 1 User’s manual
• 3 Pairs of gloves and 1 Polishing cloth
Contents of the box:
• 1 Set-up frame
• Accessories for the set-up frame
• 2 Carts

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Unpacking and set-up
For unpacking and setting up the loudspeaker please watch a demo
video of the correct procedures from the Downloads – User Manuals
section on the Estelon homepage.
www.estelon.com/downloads/#manuals/extreme
Please keep all the removed parts for future re-assembling and/or
transportation. Keep the remote control out of reach of children!
Recommended positioning point
The positioning of the speakers in the room must be symmetrical for achiev-
ing a balanced sound stage – this is very important in a narrow room. Expect
the distance between the speakers to be approximately 3 – 5 m, depending
on the size of the room and its reverberation characteristics.
When positioning the speakers in your room, if possible, it is better to allow
for“free”space around the speakers so as to assist in minimizing sound re-
ections from walls, furniture etc. This will help in achieving correct tonal-
ity, realistic imaging, focus and dynamics. The recommended minimum
distance between the speaker and the nearest reection point is 1.2 m.
The distance between the back wall and the speaker should not be
less than 1 m, the distance from the speakers’front to the back and side
walls must not be too similar.
Listening point: the best listening height is approx. 1 m, while the dis-
tance between the listener and the speakers should be similar or lon-
ger to the distance between the two speakers.
The recommended speaker’s direction is usually 3-7° towards the lis-
tening position, depending on the listening room specics.
WARNING! When played at excessive volume, you stand the risk
of doing damage to the drivers.

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Wiring
When connecting the speaker to the amplier please make sure that
the amplier is in an o position.
Connect the speaker cable to the pole terminal on the back of the
speaker: speaker terminal „+“ with the amplier terminal „+“ and „-“
with „-“. For single wiring we recommend connecting cables to upper
binding posts (please keep the wire jumpers connected between up-
per and lower binding posts).
For signal ow, please follow the direction marked on the cable or in
the cable manufacturer’s instruction. Typically, the signal ow will be in
the same direction as the labeling / writing on the cable.
Estelon Extreme can be also bi-amped or bi-wired at your choice. In
this case remove wire jumpers to be able to use all connectors. Con-
nect one cable to upper binding posts and another cable to lower
binding posts: speaker terminal„+“ with the amplier terminal„+“ and
„-“ with„-“.

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4. PRODUCT CARE
The multicoated nishes applied to Estelon speakers are considered
to be amongst the most advanced automotive nishes available. They
are extremely strong and durable. In order to assist you in maintaining
their stunning appearance, your Estelon loudspeakers come supplied,
from the factory, with special cleaning / polishing cloths. Please take
note - only dry cleaning is allowed - do not wash the speakers.
When the nature of a smudge or spot so necessitates, a soft moist
cloth may be used to gently remove smudges prior to a nal nishing
with the special cloths which accompany the speakers.
For the Liquid Gloss nish, please use only the polishing cloth included
in the ight case. Be careful not to apply the polish to the loudspeaker
drivers. The use of other materials can damage, scratch or destroy the
nish.
More detailed information regarding the polishing clothes and infor-
mation for obtaining additional product:
For all nishes:
3M Perfect-it™ III High Performance Polishing Cloth
Or other 3M Microber cloths
If needed, use it with Würth Active Windshield Cleaner*I Art. No. 0890 25
For additional information and guidance regarding cleaning / polish-
ing materials, please contact your dealer or distributor.

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5. TECHNICAL SERVICES
Estelon Five Year Limited Warranty
Terms and Conditions
1. Limited Warranty - All Estelon products purchased from authorized
Estelon dealers are covered by a limited 5-year non-transferrable war-
ranty. This warranty includes all parts and labour charges as well as
return-shipping charges (product owner is responsible for all shipping
and insurance charges one-way to the Estelon repair facility).
Customers should consult with their original Estelon dealer or distrib-
utor for possible alternate repair instructions prior to contacting the
Estelon factory. Other Estelon dealers or distributors may refuse from
assisting the Customer under the limited warranty but under any and
all circumstances customers are welcome to contact our sales depart-
ment, listed on our web site www.estelon.com for service assistance.
This limited warranty is valid only in the country where the product
was originally purchased. If the repair request that is covered under
this warranty comes from another country then the Manufacturer may
request the Customer to compensate to the Manufacturer additional
costs arising from providing this limited warranty in another country
than the country of original purchase.
This limited warranty shall not aect the statutory rights of the Cus-
tomer.
2. Limited to Original Purchaser - This warranty is for the sole ben-
et of the original purchaser of the covered product, and may not be
transferred to a subsequent purchaser of the product.
3. Conditions and Limitations - This warranty is subject to certain
conditions and limitations, as follows. This warranty is void and inap-
plicable if the product has not been used in accordance with the in-
structions found elsewhere in the owner’s manual, or if it has been

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misused or abused, damaged by accident or neglect, or in transport
once in possession of the purchaser. The warranty is also deemed void
if the product has been repaired, modied, or tampered with by any-
one other than Estelon or its specically authorized agents. Please note
– if the fasteners to the cover of the crossover area, those covered with
multi coloured specialty epoxy seal, have been tampered with or the
epoxy removed – the warranty will considered to be void.
This warranty does not cover defects due to accidents or similar causes
arising after the risk for the product has passed to Customer, or normal
deterioration, wear and tear.
4. Remedy - If this product contains a materials, manufacturing, or
workmanship defect that cannot be repaired at the dealership where
the product was purchased, it must be packed in original packaging
and returned to Estelon via an insured freight, at the owner’s expense. If
replacement packaging materials are required, they may be purchased
from the factory at a charge. Returned products must be accompanied
by a written description of the defect, and a return authorization num-
ber (available from the factory via phone or email).
Upon receipt of defective product, Estelon agrees to repair the product
without charge for parts or labour. The product will then be returned
via prepaid, insured freight, with carrier at the sole determination of
Estelon This constitutes the purchasers sole remedy.
5. Design Changes - Estelon reserves the right to modify its products
or change specications at any time without obligation or liability to
previous purchasers.
6. Miscellaneous - Any implied warranties relating to the above prod-
uct shall be limited to the duration of this warranty. This warranty does
not extend to any incidental or consequential costs or damages to the
purchaser. This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may also
have other rights which vary from country to country.

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Instructions for Obtaining Repair Service
1. Complete the Return Authorization Request Form – contact
[email protected] to obtain the form and wait for approval from Estelon.
2. Crate and / or package the product in its ORIGINAL FLIGHT CASE
CONTAINERS ONLY, according to the instructions included in the re-
turn e-mail, and ship the product to the shipping address included
in the e-mail. The owner is responsible for paying the shipping and
insurance charges (Estelon will cover return shipping and insurance
charges on warranty repairs).
4. In the case of non-warranty repairs, Estelon will physically inspect
the product and contact the customer for repair approval. Upon ap-
proval and completion of repair, the product owner will be informed
of the nal charges (including return shipping). Payment may be made
by bank / wire transfer prior to nal shipment). Payments not received
within 30 days of initial contact may incur storage fees.
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We strongly recommend that all product repairs should be conduct-
ed through the Estelon factory or an authorized Estelon repair facility.
Estelon products are designed and manufactured to the highest tol-
erances with numerous hand-picked components; for this reason, we
HIGHLY RECOMMEND that components not be serviced by non-au-
thorized repair facilities. Estelon values its loyal customers and will
make every attempt to return repaired products to their original facto-
ry specications. Customers should consult with their original Estelon
dealer or distributor for possible alternate repair instructions prior to
contacting the Estelon factory. BUT under any and all circumstances
customers are welcome to contact our sales department, as listed on
our web site www.estelon.com , for service assistance. All non-warran-
ty repairs are warranted for one year from the date of return shipment.

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Have we answered all your questions?
If not, please send us an email with your questions to
[email protected]
www.estelon.com
ESTELON is a trademark of Alfred & Partners OÜ
Alfred & Partners OÜ
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13521 Tallinn
Estonia