Mcs 160 introduction, Unpacking the system, Specifications – Boston Acoustics MCS 160 User Manual
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MCS 160 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Boston Acoustics Multi-Channel Speaker System. These speakers incorporate high-quality components
that produce the famous Boston sound. The system is ideally suited for use as a 5.1 channel solution in a high-quality home
theater or music system. The system is complete with everything you need for the typical speaker system including speaker
wire, satellite speakers, a center channel speaker, and a subwoofer. Please check out Bostonacoustics.com/placement for
information on placing your speakers.
The MCS 160 speaker system delivers exceptionally articulate on-screen dialog, music, effects, and room filling bass from
a small, sleek package. Compact driver placement and quality, system specific crossovers assure a wide uniform dispersion
for complete coverage of a listening room.
Unpacking the System
Carefully unpack the system. If there is any sign of damage from transit, report it immediately to your dealer and/or delivery
service. Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use. Open the package and verify the following contents:
(4) Satellite speakers
(1) Center Channel speaker
(1) Subwoofer
(2) 40’ (12m) speaker wires
(3) 20’ (6m) speaker wires
(1) 15’ (4.6m) subwoofer cable
(8) Rubber bumpers (used for wall mounting)
(1) Center Channel speaker
Subwoofer
Specifications
Satellites
Center Channel
Subwoofer
Frequency Response:
120Hz – 20kHz
120Hz – 20kHz
50 - 170Hz
Recommended Amplifier
Power Range:
10 – 100 watts
10 – 100 watts
—
Sensitivity:
88dB [2.8v at 1m]
88dB [2.8v at 1m]
—
Nominal Impedance:
8 ohms
8 ohms
—
Crossover Frequency:
3,000Hz
3,000Hz
170Hz 24dB/octave lowpass
Amplifier Output:
—
—
100 watts RMS, (250 watts Peak);
BassTrac® circuitry eliminates distortion
Woofer:
3” (75mm)
dual 3” (75mm)
8” (203mm)
Tweeter:
1/2” (13mm)
1/2” (13mm)
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Dimensions (H x W x D)
7
3
⁄
8
x 4
3
⁄
8
x 4
11
⁄
16
”
5
11
⁄
16
x 12
5
⁄
8
x 3
3
⁄
4
”
12
1
⁄
4
x 11
3
⁄
16
x 15
9
⁄
16
”
(189 x 113 x 93mm)
(145 x 321 x 95mm)
(310 x 284 x 395mm)
Weight
2.5 lbs
4.6 lbs
20 lbs
(1.14kg)
(2.1kg)
(9kg)
(4) Satellite speakers