Mirage Oasis MK II - Manual (Page 2)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS -
READ CAREFULLY !
Read Instructions: All safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
Retain instructions: Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product & operation instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Cleaning: Unplug the product from the wall before cleaning. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners, just a damp cloth.
DO NOT EXPOSURE THE SPEAKERS TO DIRECT RAINFALL OR SUBMERGE THEM
UNDERWATER – PERMANENT DAMAGE WILL RESULT
Damage Requiring Service: The product should be serviced by qualified personnel when:
A.
The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
B. Product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
C. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of Mirage speakers! Proprietary technology and high quality
manufacturing will allow you to enjoy the most natural and accurate music reproduction for
many years. The advice offered in this manual is aimed at helping you maximize and maintain
peak performance, and therefore, your listening satisfaction. Please take the time to read all of
the instructions contained in this manual to make certain your system is properly installed and
functioning correctly.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
We strongly advise that you resist the temptation to play the Mirage speakers to their full
capabilities until they have been properly broken in. This process should last approximately 50
to 100 hours of music playback. This can be easily be done by putting your compact disc player
on Repeat mode, while playing a CD with a wide dynamic range at average room volume
listening levels.
MIRAGE COMPANY BACKGROUND
Mirage is the newest division of Audio Products International Corp., known throughout the
industry as “API”. A Canadian company founded in 1975, The API factory is a modern 165,000
square foot research, development and manufacturing facility located in Toronto, Canada. API is
one of the largest speaker manufacturers in the world, distributing products to over 60
countries worldwide. A talented research and development team utilizes advanced computer-
based design and sophisticated measurement techniques in its ongoing quest for new and
better acoustic technologies. This research is based upon the years of pioneering psycho-
acoustic research developed in conjunction with the Canadian “National Research Council”
(NRC), to create speakers that achieve high performance in typical home listening environments.
Extensive research into every aspect of the speaker is analyzed and evaluated before the design
stage begins, a concept that we refer to as a holistic design approach. This method guarantees
that the finest components and materials are made and tested with sophisticated
manufacturing and quality control techniques to ensure exceptional performance that is superior
to speakers costing several times their price.
AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS
All Mirage speakers are designed to be extremely efficient. The OASIS MK II is designed to be 8
ohm compatible allowing playback on almost any amplifier or receiver on the market. Most
amplifiers with a power rating of 20-100 watts per channel will effectively operate the Mirage
OASIS MK II speakers.
Warning: If an amplifier or receiver is over-driven, the resulting distortion is
actually many times greater than its rated power. Over-driven amplifier
distortion is called “Clipping”, easily identified by its fuzzy, distorted sound,
and can damage any speaker. The volume control of most amplifiers and
receivers is a logarithmic type, which means that full power may be reached
with the volume control set at as little as the halfway point. Operating the
loudness, treble, or bass controls increases power output well beyond rated
levels. The warranty on your speakers is therefore void if the voice coils are
burned or damaged as a result of overpowering or clipping.
CABINET CARE
Great care and craftsmanship have gone into the construction and finish of the cabinet.
Periodically use a soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints. Do not use paper towel or other
abrasive materials as it may damage the finish.
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Caution: * Turn off all power in your audio/video system before proceeding
with your installation. Not doing so could result in potential damage to the
system.
CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS
On the rear of your Mirage OASIS MK II speakers are red and black connectors. Using standard
speaker wire, connect the speakers one at a time, and start your process at the Receiver.
Connect the speaker wire from the positive (RED +) terminal on the receiver to the positive
(RED+) terminal on the speaker. Connect the negative (BLACK-) terminal on the receiver to the
negative (BLACK-) terminal on the speaker. To connect the wire to the speaker, completely push
the appropriate terminal in, and insert the wire through the hole that appears on the stem of
the gold plated terminal. Release the terminal and the internal springs will hold the wire in
place. Repeat for the other terminal.
Do this one speaker at a time until your speakers are connected properly. Be careful to correctly
match positive and negative, as well as the correct speaker to the correct channel.
NOTE: If you inadvertently reverse one of the connections (i.e, red to black),
you will notice a severe lack of bass from your system. This is called wiring
the system “Out of Phase”. If this occurs, check the wiring and re-connect as
necessary.
MOUNTING THE SPEAKERS
To mount the speaker find a secure mounting location that is not in direct exposure to the
elements, such as rain, high winds, or sunlight. The speakers are weather resistant but are not
designed to be directly exposed to rain or submerged under water. The speaker bracket needs to
be mounted to a secure location, it is advisable to mount the bracket to a solid wall surface,
wall stud, or brick. Mounting to aluminum siding, or eavestroughs for example will not provide
adequate strength to safely hold the speaker. Use the appropriate hardware necessary to
securely hold the speakers weight of roughly 9 pounds. The bracket attaches to the speaker
using the two large threaded knobs. Before adjusting the angle of the speaker, make sure you
loosen the knobs three or four turns until the teeth are separated. Point the speaker towards
the seating area, and then tighten both knobs hand tight only. If you are not confident about
the mounting procedures, please contact your authorized Mirage retailer for assistance.
LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY
WARRANTY FOR UNITED STATES AND CANADA (see back cover)
Warranty Outside of The United States and Canada:
Product warranties may be legislated differently from one country to another. Ask your local
dealer for details of the LIMITED WARRANTY applicable in your country.
NOTE: Please retain the carton and packing material for the Mirage speakers
to protect them in the event of a move or if they need to be shipped to a
service center. Product received damaged by a service center that has been
shipped by the end user in other than the original packaging will be
repaired, refurbished and properly packaged for return shipment at the end
user's expense.
Mirage, SCT™, and Create Your Sound™, are trademarks of Audio Products International Corp.
"Dolby", "Dolby Pro-Logic", and "Dolby Digital" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing. "DTS"
is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems Inc.