Definitive Technology Mythos Nine Mythos Nine Manual - Page 2

Definitive Technology MYTHOS NINE OWNER'S MANUAL Positioning the Mythos Nine The Mythos Nine may be used vertically as a L&R main or surround speaker or oriented horizontally and used as a center channel loudspeaker. When used as a center speaker the Mythos Nine may be mounted on the wall above or below the video screen. It may be placed on a table or shelf in front of the TV. If placed on a shelf under a TV, adjust the leveling feet (screwed all the way in) to aim the speaker up towards the listeners. The Mythos Nine may be placed directly on top of TVs that have at least 5-inches (13 cm) of flat surface on top. Do not place the speaker on top of any surface that is not large or stable enough to securely support the speaker. If the speaker seems at all unstable or "tipsy" place the speaker somewhere else. The warranty does not cover damage caused by falls due to improper positioning of the speaker. If the speaker is above seated listener height, extend the leveling foot to point the speaker downward (See Using the Leveling Foot on page 3). 3"(75 mm) When used as L&R main or surround speaker the Nine must be wallmounted flanking the screen as illustrated. Allow at least 3 inches (75 mm) between the edge of the video screen and the nearest edge of the speaker. If you need a speaker that can be shelf-mounted, please contact your Definitive Technology retailer. Definitive offers other models of Mythos Series speakers that have shelf-mount stands. Even if you intend to place the Mythos Nine on a TV or shelf, you must attach the wall-mount bracket to the speaker. See Using the Leveling Foot on page 3. Wall Mounting the Mythos Nine • We recommend that wall mounting of speakers be performed by professional installers or by those appropriately skilled in the use of power tools and the knowledge of building codes and structural issues. • We recommend that you determine a suitable location for your speaker installation, and that you complete all wiring (especially "hidden" in-wall wiring) before mounting brackets to your walls. • Mythos Brackets are not suitable for ceiling mounting. 2. Make sure the location you have selected for wall-mounting does not conceal behind-wall electrical wiring or plumbing. 3. The supplied cardboard mounting template is double-sided; one side is for horizontal orientation and the other is for vertical mounting. Be sure to face the correct side toward you. Hold the cardboard template (included) in the intended location. Make sure the speaker clears the ceiling, adjacent walls, corners, beams, lighting fixtures and door/window frames. Leave at least 11⁄2" (38 mm) above or to the side of the speaker location to allow the speaker to slide onto the bracket. PILOT HOLE PILOT HOLE The Mythos Nine loudspeaker comes with a wall mounting bracket and template that makes secure mounting a breeze. Follow these directions for installing the wall mounting bracket. 1. Two 1⁄4"-20 screws have been factory installed on the back of the speaker. Gently hand-turn the screws to make sure they are in as far as they can go. Do not force them beyond the "stop" point. The screws cannot screw all the way into the speaker and 2 should protrude as shown in the illustration. 4. Make sure the center of the template is centered with the TV screen's center points. 5. When mounting the speaker horizontally use a bubble level to make sure the template is level. When mounting the speaker vertically, use a plumb line to find perfect vertical. If the TV is off-level or off plumb, the speaker will look better if it is off-level or plumb in exactly the same way as the TV. 6. Use push pins to secure the template to the wall.