Owner's Manual
Table Of Contents
Variation on the Optional Hook-up
One variation on the optional hook-up is to hook up and adjust the system as
described under "Optional Hook-Up" except select "Small Left and Right Main
Speakers" and a "Subwoofer" on the bass management system (along with "Small
Center" and "Small Rear Surrounds"). The advantage
of
this over the Optional Hook-
Up will
be
somewhat greater dynamic range (i.e., you can play the system louder).
However, depending
on
the specific characteristics
of
the crossovers designed into your
bass management system, the transition and blending between the satellites and sub-
woofer may
notbe
quite as smooth and continuous as the Optional Hook-Up, or with
the basic hook-up detailed above in Steps 1-9. However,
if
you wish to play the system
louder, you can experiment with this variation.
In
addition, this variation
is
also one
which can be used
if
your decoder bass management system does not allow a
"Large Left and Right Main Speakers"
and
"Subwoofer" setting.
We
encourage you to experiment with the various settings on your subwoofer,
settings on your decoder, and hook-up options as described until you find the best
combination for you.
Using
Mythos
Gem
XLs
with
a
Definitive
Sub
for
Rear Channel Surround Use
Since Dolby Digital is capable
of
delivering a full-range bass signal to the rear
channels, some more elaborate systems will include an additional Definitive sub for
the rear channels. In this case, simply wire the Mythos
Gem
XLs
to the Definitive
sub as described in 1 thru 8 earlier, except wire to the rear surround outputs. Set the
bass management system for
"Large
Rear Speakers."
Speaker Break-In
Your
Mythos
Gem
XLs should sound good right out
of
the box; however, an
extended break-in period
of
20-40 hours
or
more
of
playing is required to reach
full performance capability. Break-in allows the suspensions to
work
in and
results
in
fuller bass, a more open "blossoming" midrange and smoother high
frequency reproduction.
Positioning
Mythos
Gem
XLs
when
Used
as
Front
Main
Speakers in Your Room
It
is important that some simple set-up recommendations
be
followed in order to
assure optimum performance in your room. Please remember that although these
recommendations are usually valid, all rooms and listening set-ups are somewhat
unique, so do not be afraid to experiment with the speakers. Remember, whatever
sounds best to you is correct.
The
Mythos
Gem
XL
Loudspeakers may
be
placed on a stand
or
shelf
or
be
mounted on the wall. Placement close to the wall will increase the bass output while
placement further from the rear wall will decrease the bass output.