satellite speakers operation manual S-100B S-90 SX-7 S-1C S-80 Miller & Kreisel Sound Corporation 10391 Jefferson Boulevard Culver City, CA 90232 USA (310) 204-2854 FAX (310) 202-8782 © 1995 MILLER & KREISEL SOUND CORP.
page 2 satellite speakers TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................3 2. PLACEMENT OF YOUR SATELLITE SPEAKERS.............................................................3 3. S-100B SPEAKER HOOK-UP & USAGE.............................................................................3 HOOK-UP.........................................................................................................................
page 3 satellite speakers 1. INTRODUCTION Congratulations! Your new M&K Satellite speaker system will give you years of unmatched enjoyment and excitement while listening to your favorite musical and audio/video sources. We encourage you to read this owner’s manual, as there is a great deal of information provided here to help you achieve the best possible performance.
page 4 satellite speakers There are a very wide variety of premium speaker cables available from a number of specialist manufacturers. We do not endorse any specific brand of premium cable, but we do recommend using as high quality a cable as fits your budget. Using better quality cables will improve the sound of your Satellites. M&K Satellites are not designed for bi-wiring. Do not use the four input terminals to bi-wire your Satellites, as this may damage your amplifier and speakers.
page 5 satellite speakers FIGURE 1 WIRING WITH THE S-100B S-100B SATELLITE SPEAKER NORMAL S-100B SATELLITE SPEAKER NORMAL NORMAL MID TWEETER MID EFFICIENCY MID TWEETER MID EFFICIENCY TREBLE CONTOUR MIDRANGE CONTOUR TREBLE CONTOUR MIDRANGE CONTOUR LOW TWEETER LOW EFFICIENCY CONNECT AMPLIFIER TO ONLY ONE RED AND ONLY ONE BLACK TERMINAL SPECIAL INPUT (see instructions) NORMAL LOW TWEETER LOW EFFICIENCY CONNECT AMPLIFIER TO ONLY ONE RED AND ONLY ONE BLACK TERMINAL SPECIAL INPUT (see instru
page 6 satellite speakers 4. S-90 SPEAKER HOOK-UP & USAGE The sound quality that you get from your Satellites can be affected by the type of speaker wire that you use to connect them. While it is possible to use speaker wire as thin as 22 gauge to hook your Satellites up, we recommend using the largest diameter wire that you can. This means a minimum of 18 gauge wire. Over 10 feet, you should use 16 gauge, and for more than 30 feet, we recommend using 14 gauge or heavier.
page 7 satellite speakers FIGURE 2 WIRING WITH THE S-90 S-90 SATELLITE SPEAKER NORMAL S-90 SATELLITE SPEAKER NORMAL LOW TWEETER NORMAL LOW EFFICIENCY NORMAL LOW TWEETER MID TWEETER SPECIAL (see instructions) TREBLE CONTOUR MIDRANGE CONTOUR LOW EFFICIENCY MID TWEETER SPECIAL (see instructions) TREBLE CONTOUR MIDRANGE CONTOUR INPUT INPUT 4 ohms 4 ohms MADE IN USA MADE IN USA MILLER & KREISEL SOUND CORPORATION MILLER & KREISEL SOUND CORPORATION 10391 Jefferson Blvd.
page 8 satellite speakers actually "flat", due to equalization in the recording process, and artificial alteration of high frequencies is common. 5. S-80 SPEAKER HOOK-UP & USAGE The back panel of your S-80 speakers contains two pairs of speaker terminals (instead of the usual single pair). Therefore it is extremely important that you follow these instructions carefully, to avoid any possible damage to the speakers or your amplifier, and to get the best possible sound.
page 9 satellite speakers FIGURE 3 WIRING WITH THE S-80 HIGH EFFICIENCY / HIGH TWEETER HIGH EFFICIENCY/LOW TWEETER SATEL LITE SPEAKER SATEL LITE SPEAKER CONNE CT AMPLIFIER TO ONLY ONE RED AND ONE BLAC K TERMIN AL (see instructions) CONNE CT AMPLIFIER TO ONLY ONE RED AND ONE BLAC K TERMIN AL (see instructions) HIGH TWEETER LEVEL TWEETER LEVEL EFFICIENCY EFFICIENCY HIGH LOW LOW HIGH HIGH MADE IN USA _ LOW MADE IN USA _ + + _ _ + + AMPLIFIER AMPLIFIER (one channel only is shown)
page 10 satellite speakers The HIGH EFFICIENCY input gives a bright, forward sound with great efficiency and a wider dynamic range. Particularly useful for producing maximum sound power levels, especially with low-powered amplifiers. Sometimes referred to as the "German Sound.
page 11 satellite speakers FIGURE 4 WIRING WITH THE S-1C S-1C SATELLITE SPEAKER S-1C SATELLITE SPEAKER NORMAL LOW TWEETER HIGH TWEETER TREBLE CONTOUR NORMAL NORMAL NARROW LOW TWEETER LOW EFFICIENCY WIDE HIGH TWEETER MEDIUM HIGH EFFICIENCY DIRECTIVITY CONTROL MIDRANGE CONTOUR NORMAL NARROW LOW EFFICIENCY WIDE TREBLE CONTOUR MEDIUM HIGH EFFICIENCY DIRECTIVITY CONTROL MIDRANGE CONTOUR NORMAL INPUT NORMAL INPUT BI-WIRE WOOFER INPUT BI-WIRE WOOFER INPUT For normal (single-wire) ampli
page 12 satellite speakers to the LOW EFFICIENCY position. Relative to NORMAL, the LOW EFFICIENCY position has an warmer, mellower mid-bass sound with a more distant perspective. When you are locating the speaker directly on a surface such as a wall, floor or ceiling, you may find that HIGH EFFICIENCY position gives the best response. This is because this position best matches the increase in midbass response that occurs when a speaker is directly against a room surface.
page 13 satellite speakers FIGURE 5 BI - WIRING WITH THE S-1C S-1C SATELLITE SPEAKER NORMAL LOW TWEETER NORMAL NARROW LOW EFFICIENCY WIDE HIGH TWEETER TREBLE CONTOUR MEDIUM HIGH EFFICIENCY DIRECTIVITY CONTROL MIDRANGE CONTOUR ONE CHANNEL ONLY IS SHOWN NORMAL INPUT BI-WIRE WOOFER INPUT AMPLIFIER For normal (single-wire) amplifier connections, use the NORMAL input terminals (top set) and set the toggle switch to NORMAL. For bi-wiring connections, please consult your owner's manual.
page 14 satellite speakers A. HEIGHT (OR ANGLE) Your M&K Satellites will always deliver sound superior to conventional speakers, regardless of where you locate them. However, because they are designed for very fast and accurate transient response, they achieve even better sound quality, and the flattest frequency response when properly oriented relative to your ear.
page 15 satellite speakers in this diagram due to an optical illusion). Try to follow the formula as close as you can. You can fine tune the placement by listening to a source with an image (such as a vocalist) centered between the speakers. When listening in stereo (no Center Channel speaker), move the speakers closer together or farther apart in small increments until you hear the sharpest and most cohesive image, especially in the phantom center.
page 16 satellite speakers Meter (available for less than about $40) and use it to measure the output of the speakers when playing the test tones generated by your processor or receiver. See your processor or receiver's instruction manual for how to perform the calibration. NEVER CALIBRATE LEVELS BY EAR! This meter is a small investment relative to the price of your system, and it is the only way that you can make sure you get the maximum benefit from your investment.
satellite speakers page 17 to five feet or more from the back wall. An alternate location in this room might be on the back wall of the room, at the same height, a few feet from the corners. Symmetrical arrangements work best. It is best to locate them at least a few feet away from the nearest listener's head. If the speaker is located too close to a listener, its sound will become too directional and may distract that listener.
page 18 satellite speakers 10. SPEAKER DAMAGE & HOW TO AVOID IT An important factor to consider with any loudspeaker system is the potential for speaker damage. Even though your M&K Satellites have extremely high power handling ability (especially for Satellite speakers), they still can be damaged by relatively low powered amplifiers. While very few M&K Satellites are actually returned for service, the vast majority of those returned are not for manufacturing defects.
page 19 satellite speakers All M&K Satellite speakers carry a five year limited parts and labor warranty. This warranty is transferable to new owners up to five years from the date of original purchase. It does not cover abuse, misuse, repairs by unauthorized service stations, speakers without M&K serial numbers, speakers not sold by authorized M&K dealers, and those damaged in shipping or by accident. If you have any questions about the warranty, please contact M&K. 13.
page 20 satellite speakers FIGURE 7 SELECTING THE RIGHT OMNIMOUNT ® BRACKET S-100B S-90 (when threaded inserts are on the back of the S-90) USE OMNIMOUNT® 75-WA Four threaded inserts are located on the back baffle of the cabinet. Mount the bracket to the speaker using 5/8" long 1/4" x 20 pan head or round head machine screws. Use only an OmniMount® Series 75 mounting bracket.
