Mirage MX 5.1 - Manual (Page 4)

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Connect all five speakers with speaker wire to their
respective speaker outputs on the back of the
amplifier/receiver. Be sure to respect the polarity of the
wire. Connect the speaker wire from the positive (RED
+) terminal on the receiver/amplifier to the positive
(RED+) terminal on the satellite. Connect the negative
(BLACK-) terminal on the receiver/amplifier to the
negative (BLACK-) terminal on the satellite. See
Diagram B.
STAND MOUNT OPTIONS
A variety of universal stands are suitable for the
MIRAGE MX speaker system. One of the recommended
stands is the Sanus Home Theater HTB7
(www.sanus.com). Diagram F illustrates how the
MIRAGE MX attaches to the Sanus HTB7 stand. The
illustration can also be used as a guide for attaching
the MIRAGE MX satellite to other universal stands.
Please note that a universal stand must have a
minimum weight allowance of at least 4 pounds or
1.5Kg.
NOTE: When attaching the speaker to the
stand, the mounting screw needs to slide all
the way into the key-way hole. While tightening
the thumbscrew, ensure that there is a solid fit
between the MIRAGE MX enclosure and the
stand bracket to avoid the speaker falling off
the bracket.
WALL MOUNT OPTIONS
For wall mount installations, the MIRAGE MX is
equipped with a simple key-way insert that can be used
to mount the speaker securely to a vertical surface.
Carefully drive a #8 screw into a stud in the wall,
leaving approximately 1/4 inch of the screw exposed,
then mount the MIRAGE MX like you would a picture.
Note: Failure to attach the screw safely to a
secure spot on the wall can result in damage or
injury. See Diagram C.
When mounting the speaker at a height of under six
feet, orient the MIRAGE MX in an upright position.
Slide the head of the screw into the wide portion of the
channel opening and slide the MIRAGE MX downward
until it sits in position. See Diagrams C and D.
When mounting the speaker at a height of over six feet,
orient the MIRAGE MX in an upside down position so
the grille is facing the floor and use the bottom key-way
channel. Slide the head of the screw into the wide
portion of the channel opening and slide the MIRAGE
MX downward until it sits in position. See Diagrams C
and D.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
The MIRAGE MX System has been designed for high
performance in a wide variety of settings, but here are a
few helpful hints that will help to maximize
performance and your enjoyment.
LEFT AND RIGHT CHANNELS
A general guideline for speaker placement is to set up
the space between speaker and listener at
approximately 1.5 times the distance between the
speakers. For example, if the speakers were ideally
placed a minimum of 6 feet apart, the best seating
position would be 9 feet away.
Ideal height would position the speaker at
approximately ear level when the listener is in a seated
position.
CENTER CHANNEL
A center channel can be expected to reproduce as
much as 60% of a movie’s soundtrack, most of which is
dialogue. In order to maintain the effect of voices
emanating from the actor’s mouth, the center channel
should be centrally located between the left and right
MIRAGE MX and be placed above or below the
television.
SURROUND CHANNEL
When using the MIRAGE MX as a surround speaker it
should be positioned adjacent to and slightly in front or
behind the primary listening area. A general guideline
for the recommended height would be approximately 6
feet.
BOOKSHELF/ENTERTAINMENT UNIT
PLACEMENT
The small size and OMNIPOLAR™ dispersion of the
versatile MIRAGE MX permits them to be easily placed,
among other places, in a bookshelf. To maximize the
OMNIPOLAR™ dispersion potential, bring the speaker
as close to the front of the cabinet as possible.
CABINET CARE
Great care and craftsmanship has gone into the
construction and finish of the cabinet. Periodically use a
soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints. Do not
use paper towels or other abrasive materials as it may
damage the finish.
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