Speaker Break-In - Definitive Technology Mythos Gem Owner's Manual

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 not be 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 Gems 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 Gems 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 Gems 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 Gems 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 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.