eltax ELT MONITOR MTR 1959 Speakers Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- eltax
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Instruction Manual
Vintage MTR 1959
ELT MONITOR MTR 1959 Speakers
Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing Eltax Vintage MTR 1959 loudspeaker. Please read
carefully the following information before using your new loudspeakers. It
contains tips to get the most out of it and instructions for safe use. We
strongly recommend that you keep the packaging and this user manual for
further use.
CARTON CONTENTS
You will find the following elements within the packaging :
- Loudspeaker
- Protective cover
- Port plug
- User Manual
BASE ASSEMBLING
Your loudspeaker is delivered with a plinth that lifts by 60 mm and tilts by 10° for a better acoustic phase and with respect to the sound image. You can remove it (4 screws) if you prefer to place it on a dedicated stand.
STEREO SETUP
The Eltax Vintage MTR 1959 loudspeakers have been designed to reproduce all
types of music as accurately as possible, provided that a few rules should be
followed to optimize performance and achieve a realistic sound image. Ideally,
the speakers should be placed symmetrically in front of the listening position
to form an equilateral triangle. The cabinets should be placed on the floor
or on an optional dedicated stand, at the same distance from the rear wall and
from the adjacent side surfaces.
In order to optimize the setup of the speakers in your listening room, we
recommend the following tests:
Above all, you should avoid positioning the loudspeakers in the corners of
your room. The result will be an artificial increase in the level of bass,
masking the speed and details of this range. If you have no choice when
placing your loudspeakers or if you experience an unwanted increase of bass
due to your room acoustics, we advise you to insert the provided foam plug
into the front port tube until it is flush with the front panel. 
First, adjust the spacing of the two speakers in order to find the realistic
balance between a wide sound image (wide apart speakers) and a sound image
respecting the punctuality of the voices (close speakers).
Secondly, move the speakers away from the rear wall by steps of 10 cm to find
the balance between the depth of the sound image (far from the back wall) and
the level of the extremely low frequencies (close to the back wall).
Finally, adjust the loudspeaker orientation by turning them gradually toward
the center of the listening area. If you leave the speakers parallel, you may
want to bring them closer together, if you orient them more than 30°, you may
increase their spacing.
CONNECTIONS
It is essential to connect the speakers using the correct polarity. Make sure to connect the “ + ” terminal of the speaker (Red) to the “ + ” output terminal of the amplifier. Then, make sure to connect the “- ” terminal of the speaker (Black) to the “ – ” output terminal of the amplifier. A wrong connection would cause a cribbled stereo image and loss of bass. Use high- quality speaker cables to perform.
BURN-IN PERIOD
When you take them out of the packaging, the Eltax loudspeakers are not yet able to reproduce with the same efficiency all the sound frequencies they are supposed to play. The loudspeakers are complex mechanical assemblies that need a period of adaptation (“burn-in”) to operate at their best and become acclimatized to the temperature and humidity conditions of your environment. This burn-in period may last for some weeks, but you can quicken it by operating the speakers between 100 and 150 hours consecutively, on a moderate volume with a specific burning-in CD, or by broadcasting a radio station.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Type | Compact loudspeaker – 3 way – Bass – reflex |
|---|---|
| Port | Flared – front ported – Tuned Freq.: 32 Hz |
| Power | 150 W RMS |
| Tweeter | 1” silk dome – neodymium magnet |
| Midrange | 4,7’’ coated cellulose pulp |
| Woofer | 12” cellulose pulp |
| Crossover – Fc | 630 & 3500 Hz – 12dB/12dB-12dB/12dB |
| Frequency response (±3dB) | 40-22 000 Hz |
| Recommended power amplifier | 50 – 200 W |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB/ 1W /1m |
| Impedance | 5-8 Ohms |
| Terminal | Single wire |
| Dimensions | H600/650 x W380 x D302 mm () with tilted plinth |
| Net weight | 17,7 kg (unit) |
| Finish | Cabinet: walnut / front panel: dark grey |
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General
- At the end of its life, this device should be returned to a center for the recycling of electronic equipment. This product has been designed so that it can be recycled according to specific procedures. This device respects the RoHS European directive. This means that it does not emit polluting substances when it is recycled.
- Do not disassemble the speaker, access to the internal wiring network may cause a short circuit.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required then the apparatus has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Installation
- This Eltax Vintage MTR 1959 loudspeaker is intended for indoor use only.
- Avoid close proximity to water.
- Do not place the loudspeaker where it will be exposed to excessive heat, direct sunlight, or dust. Nor where it will be exposed to flammable liquids or fumes.
- Protect the cables to prevent them from being walked on or pinched. Always unplug your speakers when moving the devices. Unplug your amplifier when unused for long periods of time.
Cleaning and maintenance
- Do not operate or handle the speaker with wet hands.
- Remove the dust with a soft, dry cloth. Do not apply any type of product directly. Do not use aggressive chemicals or flammable cleaning liquids.
- Never disassemble or modify the product in any way. Any modification of the product will invalidate the warranty.
- Use the original packaging during transport. If you want to get rid of the packaging, note that it is recyclable.
LEGAL NOTICE
This document contains information that is subject to change without notice.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by
any means. All Eltax® product names and slogans are registered trademarks of
AV INDUSTRY and any Eltax® product may be protected by one or more patents.
ELTAX VINTAGE MTR 1959
Your loudspeakers are covered by a 2-year warranty. To validate your warranty,
you must provide as proof your invoice containing the date of your purchase
and the stamp of your retailer. This warranty takes effect from the date of
purchase and covers any manufacturing defect or damage. Eltax or an authorized
dealer will be responsible for repairing within the scope of this warranty.
The warranty is granted solely to the first owner and is not transferable in
the case of resale. Please note, this warranty is voided if any fruit arises
from careless handling whilst unboxing or use of the product, as well as
repair by unauthorized personnel.
CONTACT & FEEDBACK
We would love to hear from you! Our professionals will read your feedback
carefully. Write to us at:
www.eltax.com/contact
For more information, visit: www.eltax.com
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