Elac Discovery Z3 Installation manual
Discovery Z3 Wireless Speaker
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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
levelling the speaker. For levelling 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.
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4. 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.
5. Service
DANGER! Do not open the cabinet because the components and conductors may carry dangerous levels
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.
6. 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.
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 end of life do not dispose the speaker with the 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 before disposal.
9. 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.
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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!
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Front Controls and Indicators
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1. Volume Up (+) - Press this button to increase the volume of the speaker
2. Volume Down (-) - Press this button to decrease the volume of the speaker
3. Play/Pause/Bluetooth Pair— Press this button to pause the current playback of content. (Please note this does
not work with the 3.5mm input)
4. Multi-Function LED—This LED is used to show the current status of the Discovery Z3.
• The brightness of this LED can be changed using the free iOS/Android App or web interface.
• Please refer to separate sections of this manual for further explanations of the LED status
Note: Volume control is linked between your phone and the Discovery Z3 when playing back content from the
Discovery Music Server, Roon, and Spotify Connect. When using Bluetooth and the 3.5mm Input you will need to
adjust the volume control on the Discovery as well as your phone/tablet.
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Rear Panel and Connections
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3
2
1. 3.5mm Audio Input—Connect an external audio device to this input.
2. Ethernet Input—Use this when connecting the Z3 to your wired home network. See page 6 for how to
connect to a wireless network.
3. Power Inlet—Connect the supplied power cable to this connector and the other side to an available AC jack.
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Connecting to your Home Network
Wired Connection
1. Connect an Ethernet cable (Not provided) to an available LAN port on your router or switch to the Ethernet
input on the back of the Discovery Z3 Speaker.
2. Apply power to the Discovery Z3 by connecting the power cord to an available outlet and to the power input
on the Z3.
3. The status LED will begin flashing during the power on phase and will go solid once it has connected to the
network and is ready to play music.
Wi-Fi Connection
1. Download the Discovery Z3 App from the Google Play store or Apple App Store.
2. Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone/tablet and launch the Discovery Z3 Application.
3. The app should find the Discovery Z3 as shown in the Fig. 1
4. Select the Discovery Z3 and you will be taken to the main menu. Select WiFi Setup from the top.
5. You will be shown a list of all available wireless networks as shown in Fig 2. Find yours and select it. If your
network is password protected please enter the password as shown in Fig. 3 and choose submit. The unit
will reboot and you will connected to your home network.
Fig 1
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Fig 2 Fig 3
Using with the Discovery Music Server
Enabling the Discovery Z3 Speaker in Roon Essentials
After connecting the Discovery Z3 to your home network, launch Roon Essentials on your PC or tablet. Go to
Settings and then Audio. A list of all available audio devices will be listed. Locate the Discovery Z3 and click
enable. You can also change the default name for the Z3. Now, the Discovery Z3 will be available in the audio
output section of the Roon Essentials Application.
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Listening to Bluetooth Audio
Pairing your Bluetooth Smartphone/Tablet for Audio
Note: Please note that this process is only for playing back audio from your Bluetooth device. It is not necessary
to pair your device when using the App.
You can begin the paring process by using the smartphone application or the front panel.
Front Panel Pairing Process
1. Press and hold the Play/Pause button (Fig 1) for 5 seconds or until the LED status light begins flashing red.
2. Go to the Bluetooth settings section on your smartphone and scan for new devices (Fig 2). Select the
Discovery Z3 from the list of available devices. If prompted for a pass code, accept the one that is displayed
on your device and choose pair/connect. All Audio from your connected device will now come from the
Discovery Z3. Please note that when using Bluetooth you will have
two volume controls (Phone and Z3)
Fig 1
App Pairing Process
1. Download and install the Discovery Z3 App from the Google Play Store or Apple
App Store
2. Launch the App and select the Discovery Z3 from the list of devices (If this is your
first time using the app). On the Control page activate the Bluetooth Discoverable
On/O selection (Fig 3).
3. Go to the Bluetooth settings section on your smartphone and scan for new devices
(Fig 2). Select the Discovery Z3 from the list of available devices. It prompted for a
pass code, accept the one that is displayed on your device and choose
pair/connect.
Bass Enhancement
The bass enhancement feature allows you to tailor the amount of bass enhancement
when using the 3.5mm Input, AirPlay, and Bluetooth. This process is automatic when
using Spotify Connect and Roon Essentials/Roon.
Fig 2
Fig 3
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Using Spotify Connect
3. 5mm
Input
Using Spotify Connect
1. If you have already connected the Discovery Z3 to your home network, proceed to step 2. If you have not
connected it to your home network please go to page 6 and complete the steps. Then return to step 2 on this
page.
2. Download, install and login to the Spotify App on your phone/tablet/PC. Spotify Connect requires a Premium
subscription to use this feature.
3. Start the Spotify App and you will see “Device Available” text at the bottom of the app. Click on this and you
will be presented with all of the Spotify Connect devices available. Select the Discovery Z3 and now music
will start playing on the Discovery Z3.
Note: The volume control on your phone and in the Spotify app will now be linked with the volume control on
the Discovery Z3.
Using the 3.5mm Input
1. Connect a 3.5mm Stereo audio cable (Not supplied) from your source to the 3.5mm
input on the back of the Discovery Z3 speaker.
2. Adjust the volume on the Discovery Z3 and the volume of the source device.
3. Play your content.
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Firmware Update and Factory Reset
Fig 1 Fig 2
Fig 3
Updating the Firmware
Updating the firmware on the Discovery Z3 is a very simple process. Simply download and launch the free
smartphone/tablet application. Connect to the Z3 by selecting it from the available devices screen, if a firmware
update is available a message will appear in the application as shown in figure 1.
Next, select the about page from the application and click on firmware update (Fig 2), if a firmware update is
found you will be presented with an option to install (Fig 3). Press install and the unit will perform the update
process. The update process should take about 2—3 minutes total. The Z3 will reboot when complete. You can
check the current firmware version from the about screen in the smartphone application.
Factory Reset
In the remote case that the Discovery Z3 becomes unresponsive a factory reset can be accomplished using one
of the two below methods.
Option 1: Using the smartphone application go the about page and press the factory reset button (Fig. 2). This
will restore the unit back to its original settings.
Option 2: Unplug the power cord from the back of the unit. Press and hold the center/pause button on the front
of the unit while reconnecting the power cord. Continue to hold the center/pause button until the front LED
begins flashing. The unit will be restored back to its original settings.
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SPECIFICATIONS
POWERFUL AMPLIFICATION 50 watts for each bass driver
20 watts for each tweeter
140 watts total power
CUSTOM DESIGNED ELAC DRIVERS Dual 4-inch aramid-fiber woofers with vented pole piece
Dual 1-inch soft-dome tweeters
Dual 4-inch passive bass radiators
WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi; Bluetooth; 3.5 mm Input
STREAMING TECHNOLOGIES Discovery, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Roon
TOTAL CONTROL, SIMPLY iOS and Android app control
Discovery app lets you customize your friendly name
Automatic firmware updates
Simply connect to your home Wi-Fi network
DIMENSIONS W X H X D 11.0 x 5.0 x 7.5 in / 279.4 x 127.0 x 190.5 mm
VOLTAGE 100-240 V / 50-60 Hz
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 of3 (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.
Powered Subwoofers
ELAC Americas INC. warrants to the original purchaser that this product be free from defects and or
workmanship for a period of3 (Three)years on the cabinet and speaker driver and1 (One)year on the amplifier
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.
Electronics (Non Speaker Products)
ELAC Americas INC. warrants to the original purchaser that this product be free from defects and or
workmanship for a period of1 (One)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.
B-Stock (Reconditioned/Open Box) Product Warranty
ELAC Americas INC. warrants to the original purchaser that this product be free from defects and or
workmanship, unless otherwise stated in product description, for a period of90 daysfrom 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 LLC 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
customerservice@elac.usto 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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