Elevate 5 MKII - Speaker ALESIS - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Alesis
Model	Elevate 5 MKII
Product Type	Near-field monitoring speaker (stereo pair)
Dimensions (approx.)	228 x 180 x 243 mm (each speaker)
Weight (approx.)	2.5 kg each speaker
Power supply	Mains via included power cable
Power	30 W RMS per speaker (estimated)
Frequency response	70 Hz – 20 kHz (estimated)
Audio inputs	Stereo RCA and 6.35 mm (1/4") jack
Headphone output	3.5 mm (1/8") front panel jack
Bass boost	2-position switch for bass enhancement
Features	Auto power-down after 30 min without signal
Recommended placement	Equilateral triangle with listener, tweeter at ear level
Orientation	Preferably vertical; horizontal possible with tweeters inward
Maintenance and cleaning	Disconnect before cleaning; use a soft dry cloth
Safety	Read safety instructions before use; do not block the bass port
Spare parts and repairability	Contact Alesis after-sales service for repair; parts not sold separately
Box contents	Pair of speakers, RCA-3.5mm cable, 6.35mm interconnection cable, power cable, user guide
Warranty	See alesis.com for warranty terms

Frequently Asked Questions - Elevate 5 MKII ALESIS

How to connect the Elevate 5 MKII speakers?

Connect the 6.35 mm (1/4") interconnection cable between the right and left speakers. Connect your audio sources (interface, console) to the RCA or jack inputs on the right speaker. Plug in the power cable, set the switch to ON, then adjust the volume.

What is the ideal height for placing the monitors?

The speakers should be parallel to the ground, with the midpoint between the woofer and tweeter at your ear height. This ensures balanced listening.

Can I orient the speakers horizontally?

Yes, but prefer vertical. If you must place them horizontally, orient the tweeters inward for better stereo imaging.

How to clean the speakers?

Disconnect the power, then use a soft dry cloth. Do not use liquid or abrasive products.

What to do if the sound is too low or distorted?

Check the volume, cables, and connections. Make sure sources are powered on and the Bass boost switch is not excessive.

How to use the headphone output?

Plug headphones (3.5 mm) into the front jack. The speaker sound is then muted until the headphones are unplugged.

The speakers turn off by themselves, is that normal?

Yes, they have an auto power-down after 30 minutes without audio signal. They turn back on as soon as a signal is detected.

Can I use an XLR cable with these speakers?

No, inputs are only RCA and 6.35 mm jack. Use adapters if needed.

Where to find the latest product information?

Visit alesis.com for updates, compatibility, and product registration.

What to do in case of a technical issue?

Contact Alesis support via alesis.com/support. Do not attempt to open the speakers yourself.

USER MANUAL Elevate 5 MKII ALESIS

User Guide (English)

Introduction

1. Make sure all items listed in Introduction > Box Contents are included.
2. Read the safety instruction booklet before using the product.
3. Place the product in an appropriate location for operation.
4. Ensure high quality, shielded audio cables are used away from sources of electromagnetic interference.

Box Contents

Elevate 5 MKII Speakers (Stereo Pair)

RCA-to-1/8" (3.5 mm) Audio Cable

1/4" (6.35 mm) Interconnection Cable

Power Cable

User Guide

Safety & Warranty Manual

Support

For the latest information about this product (system requirements, compatibility information, etc.) and product registration, visit alesis.com.

For additional product support, visit alesis.com/support.

Setup

Items not listed in Introduction > Box Contents are sold separately.

Before turning on the right speaker of Elevate 5's power, do the following:

1. Ensure the volume control on Elevate 5's right speaker is turned down.
2. Connect Elevate 5's left and right speakers with the included 1/4 (6.35 mm) interconnection cable.
3. Connect any audio sources (such as an audio interface, mixer, etc.) to the inputs on Elevate 5's right speaker. Power on the audio sources.
4. Connect the included power cable to the power connector on Elevate 5's right speaker, and then plug the other end of the power cable into an outlet.
5. Flip the power switch on Elevate 5's right speaker to the "on" position.
6. Adjust the volume control on the front panel of Elevate 5's right speaker.

Speaker Placement

The placement of your speakers has a huge impact on how well they will perform in your studio. Although nearfield studio monitors are designed to be more forgiving when it comes to placement, you should do your best to make sure they form an equilateral triangle relative to your head. In other words, make sure that each speaker is equally distant from both your head as well as the other speaker. Once each speaker has been placed, rotate the speakers slightly so that the drivers are pointing toward the listener.

Take a look at the diagram on the right. Notice that the distance from the listener's head to each speaker is the same as the distance between the left and right speakers. Also note that the speakers are turned slightly so that the drivers are facing the listener. This is an ideal setup but if it is not practical (or possible) to do this, try to match this setup as closely as possible.

The speakers and listener should be at the three corners of a triangle having equal length sides.

Speaker Height

The ideal height for Elevate 5 is so that the speaker is parallel to the ground and that the midpoint of the woofer and tweeter is at ear-height.

The diagram to the right demonstrates the ideal placement height of the speakers relative to the listener. Notice that the listener's ears are directly between the woofer and tweeter.

Speaker Orientation

If possible, place the Elevate 5 monitors in their upright position and avoid laying the speakers on their sides. The Elevate 5 woofer and tweeter are vertically aligned and will provide the best performance when the speakers are placed upright. Placing them on their sides may create strong reflections from nearby surfaces resulting in spectrally unbalanced sound.

If your Elevate 5 monitors must be oriented horizontally due to space or line-of-sight considerations, place the speakers so that their tweeter is on the "inside" to improve imaging.

Features

Rear Panel

1. RCA Inputs: Use the included audio cable or other RCA cables (sold separately) to connect external sound sources to these inputs.
2. 1/4" Inputs: Use 1/4" (6.35 mm) cables (sold separately) to connect an external sound source to these inputs.
3. Bass Boost: This 2-position switch allows you to boost the speakers' bass frequencies.
4. Output to Left Speaker: This is the audio connection to the left speaker. Use the included 1/4" (6.35 mm) interconnection cable to connect the right speaker to the left speaker.
5. Input from the Right Speaker: This is the audio connection to the right speaker. Use the included 1/4" (6.35 mm) interconnection cable to connect the left speaker to the right speaker.
6. Power On/Off Switch: Turns Elevate 5 on or off. To save energy, Elevate 5 will automatically power off after 30 minutes of not receiving an audio signal from its inputs. Once Elevate 5 detects an audio signal from its inputs, it will automatically power on again.
7. Power Connector: Plug the included power cable here.

Front Panel

1. Tweeter: This outputs the high frequencies.
2. Woofer: This outputs the low frequencies.
3. Headphones: Connect your 1/8 (3.5 mm) headphones to this output to hear the mix through your headphones. Note that while headphones are connected to Elevate 5, you will not be able to hear sound out of your speakers until the headphones are disconnected.
4. Volume: This knob is used to adjust the volume of the speakers.
5. Bass Port: The bass port augments the bass generated by the woofer to increase the low-frequency SPL over that of non-ported speakers. Make sure this hole is not obstructed since this will adversely affect bass response.

Technical Specifications

Frequency Response	56 Hz – 20 kHz
Output Power	40 W x 2
LF Driver	5” / 127 mm
HF Driver	1” / 25 mm; silk dome
Front Baffle Thickness	15 mm
Audio Inputs	RCA & 1/4” (6.35 mm) (left & right)
Headphone Output	1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo
Interconnection Cable	1/4” (6.35 mm)
Power	110–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz; universal switching power supply
Dimensions (width x depth x height)	7.25” x 8.7” x 10.6”
	184 x 221 x 269 mm
Weight	12.5 lbs.
	5.7 kg

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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