Boston Acoustics HORIZON MCS90 Owner's Manual

important Safety instructions

This symbol found on the apparatus

indicates hazards arising from danger-
ous voltages.

This symbol found on the apparatus

indicates the user should read allsafety
statements found in the usermanual.

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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.

tteed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with tile manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radi-
ators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or gr ounding-type plug. A polarized plug has

two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a

third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the

obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnek
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power sup-

nlv cord or nluc_ is damac_ed lic]uid has been

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WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or

moisture.

This symbol found on the apparatus indi-

cates that the apparatus must be placed in a
separate collection facility for electronic

waste and not disposed of with household
waste.

spilled or objects have fallen into the appara-
tus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or

moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.

Maintain a minimum distance of 50 mm around

the front, rear and sides of the apparatus for
sufficient ventilation. Yhe ventilation should not

be impeded by covering the ventilation open--
ings or placing on or around the apparatus
items such as newspapers, table--cloths, cur--

tains, etc.

No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

Fhe apparatus shall not be exposed to drip--

ping or splashing. No objects filled with liq-

uids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.

Either the power inlet connector on the rear of

the apparatus or the power plug at the wall

must remain accessible, to be able to discon-

nect power from the apparatus.

Ib completely disconnect this apparatus from

the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply
cord plug from the AC receptacle.
Fhe mains plug of the power supply cord shall

remain readily operable.

_pecllRca_|ons Satellites Center Channel Subwoofer

Frequency Response: 120nz - 20knz 120nz - 20knz 40 - 180nz

Recommended Amplifier
Power Range: 10 - 100 watts 10 - 100 watts

Sensitivity: 88dB [2.8v at I m] 88dB [2.8v at I m]

Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms 8 ohms

Crossover Frequency: 3,000Hz 3,000Hz

Amplifier Output: 100 watts RMS

Woofer: 3"with Phase Plugs 3"with Phase Plugs 8"

& MagnaGuard '_ & MagnaGuard

Tweeter: _" (13mm) _" (13mm)

Dimensions (H x W x D) 7_ x 4_ x 4_X/ 5_X_,x 12% x 3sh" 12s4x 15% x 15s_"

(189x 113 x 93mm) (145 x 321 x 95mm) (324x 390x 390mm)

Weight 2.5 Ibs 4.6 Ibs 22.7 Ibs

(1.14kg) (2.1 kg) (103kg)

MCS 90 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Boston Acoustics Multi{hannel Speaker System.These speakers incorporate higtNuality cornponer]ts

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 or] placing your speakers.

The MCS 90 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. All speakers also feature MagnaGuard '_magnetic shielding which ensures the
speaker's magnetic field does not interfere with the televisions picture.

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) 15'(4.6m) speaker wires
(1) 15' (4.6m) subwoofer cable
(8) Rubber bumpers (used for wall mounting)

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(4) Satellite speakers

with 1 removable foot

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(1) Center Channel speaker

with 2 removable feet

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Subwoofer

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