Definitive Technology Mythos STS Owner's Manual page 5

Installing Leveling Feet and Spikes
We have provided leveling feet and metal spikes with your Mythos STSs; they
are in the same bag as this manual. The plastic tips are for hard floor surfaces such
as tile and wood while the metal spikes are for use on carpeted floors. Be careful
when using spikes as they may cause damage to wooden or other floors which are
susceptible to being scratched. Definitive Technology is not responsible for floor
damage which may result from the use of spikes.
Screw the leveling feet into the five threaded inserts on the bottom of the
base. If you plan on using spikes, it would be best to experiment with speaker
positioning first, then add the spikes once you are sure you've detennined the
speakers' permanent position. To install the carpet spikes, unscrew the non-
marking tips from the centers of the five leveling feet and screw the spikes in
their places. Then, with the help of another person, lift the speaker upright and
lower it to the desired location; push down on the top of the speaker to force the
spikes through the carpet and make contact with the floor beneath.
Once you have positioned the speakers, wiggle them to see if they are stable and
level. Adjust the height of the leveling feet/spikes accordingly for best stability.
Positioning the Mythos Speakers in Your Room
Your new Mythos speakers are very flexible in terms of positioning and
placement options and they will produce excellent sound in almost any location.
Following a few simple guidelines will, however, optimize their performance for
the more critical listener. Although the following recommendations will usually
yield the best results, all rooms and listening sets-ups are different, so do not be
afraid to experiment with the speaker placement. Whatever sounds best to you
is correct.
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Positioning Mythos STS as
Left/Right Main Speakers
For best results create an equilateral
triangle between the speakers and the
listening position as shown in the
illustration. Angle the speakers toward
the center of the listening position for
brighter, clearer sound with a sharper
focus and a more solid central image
(recommended). Pointing the speakers
straight forward, parallel with each
other, will result in a warmer less
sharply focused sound.
The Mythos STSs are magnetically shielded for safe placement near TV or
video monitors. If you notice video distortion or discoloration, immediately move
the speakers farther away from the video display. To get the best possible imaging
and most even tonal response avoid placing the speakers less than 3 feet (1 Meter)
from back and side walls.