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Mythos
Audio/Video Magnetically Shielded Loudspeakers
Congratulations on your purchase of a Definitive Technology
Mythos Audio/Video Loudspeaker System. These superb
loudspeakers utilize state-of-the-art components (cast-basket
homopolymer-coned bass-midrange drivers, moving coil
ferrofluid-cooled pure aluminum dome high frequency radiators,
long excursion pressure coupled woofers, uniphase crossover
networks, etc.), a non-resonant aircraft-grade aluminum mono-
coque cabinet, low diffraction construction and complete magnet-
ic shielding in order to achieve the most lifelike sound possible
in your listening room for many years to come.
The Definitive Technology Mythos loudspeakers are high-
definition loudspeaker systems designed for use in audio/video
systems of the highest quality. Because of their wide range, high
power handling and natural articulate clarity, they are ideal for
use in conjunction with all surround sound decoding systems,
including Dolby Pro Logic*, Dolby Digital AC-3*, DTS*, Dolby
Digital EX*, as well as all 6.1 and 7.1 systems. In addition, the
Mythos loudspeakers are ideal for use as rear or side surround
speakers in all surround sound decoding systems or as audiophile
quality main speakers in a high quality stereo system.
In order to ensure that you experience the finest performance
possible, we encourage you to take a moment to fully read this
owner's manual and familiarize yourself with the proper installa-
tion and set-up procedures.
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Summary of Contents for Definitive Technology Mythos Five
- Page 1 Mythos Mythos Audio/Video Magnetically Shielded Loudspeakers Congratulations on your purchase of a Definitive Technology Mythos Audio/Video Loudspeaker System. These superb loudspeakers utilize state-of-the-art components (cast-basket homopolymer-coned bass-midrange drivers, moving coil ferrofluid-cooled pure aluminum dome high frequency radiators, long excursion pressure coupled woofers, uniphase crossover networks, etc.), a non-resonant aircraft-grade aluminum mono- coque cabinet, low diffraction construction and complete magnet- ic shielding in order to achieve the most lifelike sound possible...
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Page 2: Base Installation Instructions
(supplied), four plastic washers (supplied) Instructions: 1. Carefully lay the Mythos on its side. Lift the base of the speaker about six inches and support it with a soft padded object, such as a pillow. Do NOT support the speaker with a hard object, as you might dent or scratch the aluminum finish. - Page 3 five leveling feet and screw the five spikes in their places. Then, with the help of another person, lift the speaker upright and lower it to its exact desired position on the floor. You must lower the speaker to the exact position you want because once the spikes are in place you cannot move the speakers sideways on the rug or floor –...
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Page 4: Speaker Break-In
TV with excellent results or may be separated by a distance greater than the width of the TV. As with any speaker, a greater separation (5 to 7 feet or more) will normally result in a bigger sound- stage and this is recommended from a sonic point of view. - Page 5 If you are using the Mythos as side/rear surround speakers, hook up the left surround red(+) terminal of your receiver or amplifier to the red(+) terminal of your Mythos left surround speaker and the left surround black(-) terminal of your receiver or amplifier to the black(-) terminal of your Mythos left surround speaker.
- Page 6 Setting Bass and Treble Controls on Your Receiver or Amplifier Normally we recommend that you set the Bass and Treble controls on flat or 0 dB. This will give you the most linear and natural sound. Also, if your amplifier or receiver has a graphic equalizer, we recommend that you leave it flat.
- Page 7 You also have the option with Definitive subwoofers of using the subwoofer’s built-in speaker level high-pass crossover as described in the subwoofer instruction manuals. In this case, also start with the subwoofer low-pass crossover at about 80 Hz and experiment.
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Page 8: Technical Assistance
Definitive Technology dealer from whom you have purchased your loudspeakers. If, however, you wish to return the speaker to us, please contact us first, describing the problem and requesting authorization as well as the location of the nearest factory service center. - Page 9 “Large.” If not, set them to “Small” (if you are using the Mythos speaker as a rear or side surround speaker, set the rear or side surround bass management to “Small”). If you are using Mythos loudspeakers without a separate subwoofer, set bass man- agement to “Large”...
- Page 10 Mythos Specifications Mythos Four Dimensions Frequency Response Efficiency Nominal Impedance Driver Complement Recommended Associated Amplification Magnetically Shielded Mythos Five Dimensions Frequency Response Efficiency Nominal Impedance Driver Complement Recommended Associated Amplification Magnetically Shielded 5.19" W x 5.13" D x 44" H 35 Hz –...
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Page 11: Limited Warranty
5-Years for Drivers and Cabinets, 3-Years for Electronic Components Definitive Technology warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Definitive Technology Loudspeaker Product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years covering the drivers and cabinets, and three (3) years for the electronic components from the date of the original purchase from a Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer.
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