ELAC PS250, PS350, PS500 - Premium Series Subwoofer Manual

Introduction

Thank you, and Congratulations on bringing home an ELAC Premium Subwoofer.
ELAC Premium subwoofers embody 95 years of creating audio excellence through tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation.
They are developed by a passionate group of individuals whose sole purpose is to bring a new dimension of sound quality into your home - The life of Sound
ELAC subwoofers are best in class, designed for deep bass, power, and dynamic ability, blending to any environment to be enjoyed at any listening level.
As the pioneer of APP-controlled subwoofers, all Elac subwoofers include APP control to help with auto room correction and easy setup of multiple subwoofers. Visit the Apple® App® Store or Google Play^TM Store and search Elac Sub Control 3.0.

Contents

Back Panel Features

Connecting your Subwoofer

1. If using an AV receiver with a subwoofer output connect a single RCA cable from the subwoofer out to the Right/LFE input on the subwoofer.
2. If your receiver, pre-amp, or integrated amplifier does not have a dedicated subwoofer output connect a set of stereo RCA connectors from the pre-outs (variable) from your pre-amp and integrated amp to the rca inputs on the subwoofer.
3. Turn on power switch to "ON" position

Default Settings

1. Volume 75%
2. Low pass at 70 Hz @ 12 dB
3. Preset defaulted to Music

Firmware Update

Note:
Firmware for your subwoofer can be www.elac.com under the troubleshot section.

1. Unzip the downloaded firmware file and place the "FIRMWARE_UPDATE_FILE.BL2" file in the root directory of a FAT32 formatted USB flash drive. exFAT, NTFS and other file systems are not compatible.
2. Power off the subwoofer, wait 60 seconds and plug the USB flash drive into the USB port on the rear of the subwoofer.
3. Power on the Subwoofer. The firmware update will automatically begin.
4. The firmware update will be complete when the LED on the rear of the subwoofer stops flashing.
5. Power Cycle the subwoofer. The firmware update is now complete.
6. You can check the firmware version of the subwoofer in the Sub Control 3.0 app on the about page.

Factory Reset

Note:
RESET erases all data and restores subwoofer firmware and parameters to the original factory settings.
Firmware upgrade may be necessary post RESET.

1. Press and hold down RESET button for minimum of 10 seconds
2. LED starts to blink (flash). LED blinking parameters: LED is on for 100 ms (milliseconds) then LED is off for 100 ms.
3. Release the RESET button before 15 seconds elapses in order to force the sub to perform Factory Reset
4. If the RESET button is hold down for more than 15 seconds Factory Reset is cancelled.

Optional Spike Installation

Included with your subwoofer are four optional spikes that can be used' when the subwoofer is used on carpet.
If you are installing the subwoofer onto hardwood, tile or other non-carpeted surfaces please use spike discs (Not included), or do not install the spikes to prevent any damage to your floor.

1. Attach the spikes by screwing them into the threaded inserts on each of the four corners on the bottom of the subwoofer.
2. The nut on the spike is used to the lock the spike at the desired height.

Subwoofer Placement

Corner Placement

Placing a subwoofer in a corner excites most room modes and offers the best chance of avoiding a null area (a part of the room that experiences an acoustic reduction in bass).
If placing the subwoofer in the corner creates an excessive amount of bass, you can try moving the subwoofer away from the wall or run Auto EQ feature of the ELAC Sub Control APP to minimize the effect of corner placement.

Front Placement

If you believe you are getting too much bass from having your subwoofer located in a corner of the room, you can position the subwoofer between your front left and right speakers.
This will reduce "loading" of bass and can aid in reducing localization of bass frequencies.

Dual Placement

Utilizing dual subwoofers can help distribute bass frequencies more evenly and provide better coverage in the room.
Since every room is unique, If possible the best option is to move the subwoofers around the room and find the location that sounds the best from your normal listening position. There are many test discs you can purchase that provide the correct test signals for helping find this optimum location.

Note: The PHASE and DELAY functions built into the subwoofer will also help if you experience any placement issues.

Specifications

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).
4. Overload
   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.
5. Overload
   Extreme overload of the device due to very high volume may cause individual components to blow. Because of the possible danger, you should never leave loudspeakers under extreme overload conditions unattended.
6. Service
   
   Do not open the cabinet because the components and conductors may carry dangerous levels of electricity! 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 into 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 to be carried out by qualified service personnel only.
7. Fuse links
   Various faults in subwoofers or active speakers may cause the fuse to blow. If the fuse blows, only replace it with the correct fuse type and rating as shown on the rear of the loudspeaker on the fuse holder. A second fuse is included with the device (in the fuse holder beneath the mains socket).
8. Cleaning
   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 you to place an anti-slip mat underneath the loudspeaker.
9. Volume
   
   Continuous high volume may cause severe damage to your hearing. Please listen responsibly.
10. Power
    This subwoofer is only intended to be connected to voltages that are listed on the rear panel of the cabinet. Connection to any other voltage may cause irreversible damage to the subwoofer and will void the warranty. Use of plug adapters is not recommended because they may allow connection to voltages other than those printed on the back of this subwoofer.

If you have any questions about your Premium Subwoofer, please contact us directly.
www.elac.com
customerservice@elac.us
(714)-252-8843