Definitive Technology Mythos Six, Mythos Seven User Manual
Mythos™Six &
Mythos™Seven
On-W all and On-Shelf
Audio/V ideo Magnetically Shielded Loudspeakers
Owner’ s Manual
Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of a Definitive Technology
Mythos Audio/V ideo Loudspeaker System. These superb
loudspeakers utilize state-of-the-art components (homopolymerconed bass-midrange drivers, moving coil ferrofluid-cooled pure
aluminum dome high frequency radiators, long excursion pr e s s u r e
coupled woofers, uniphase crossover networks, etc.), a non-resonant aircraft-grade aluminum monocoque cabinet, low diffraction
construction and complete magnetic shielding in order to achieve
the most lifelike sound possible in your listening room for many
years to come.
The Definitive T echnology Mythos loudspeakers are compact
high-definition loudspeaker systems designed for use in audio/
video systems of the highest quality. Because of their compact
size, wide range, high power handling and natural articulate
clarity, they are ideal for use as a left main, right main, and
center speaker (which may be on-wall or in-cabinet mounted) in
conjunction with all surround sound decoding systems, including
Dolby Pro Logic*, Dolby Digital AC-3*, DTS*, Dolby Digital
EX*, as well as all 6.1 and 7.1 systems. In addition, the Mythos
loudspeakers are ideal for use as rear or side surround speakers
in all surround sound decoding systems or as audiophile quality
main speakers in a high quality stereo system.
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Unpacking Your Mythos Loudspeakers
Please Inspect For Shipping Damage
Each loudspeaker leaves our plant in perfect condition. Any visible or
concealed damage most likely occurred in handling after it left our plant
and should be reported at once to your Definitive dealer or the delivery
company that delivered your loudspeaker. Please unpack your system
carefully . Save all cartons and packing materials in case you move or
need to ship your system. Record the serial number found on the back of
the Mythos loudspeakers in the appropriate place on your warranty card.
Positioning Your Mythos Speakers in Your Room
Your new Mythos speakers are very flexible in terms of positioning
and placement options.
The Mythos Six will generally be positioned vertically .It can be easily
mounted on a wall using its unique mounting system. When attached to
its optional glass base, it can be placed on a tabletop, on a bookshelf or in
a cabinet, etc. The Mythos Seven is designed for horizontal mounting and
it can be easily mounted on a wall, using its unique mounting system.
It can also be placed on a tabletop, on top of a TV (if the top provides a
deep enough platform for stable placement), on a shelf, etc. when used
with its rear stabilizing/angle adjustment foot.
Please remember that although the following recommendations are
usually valid, all rooms and listening set-ups are somewhat unique, so
do not be afraid to experiment with the speakers. Remember, whatever
sounds best to you is correct.
Positioning Mythos Six as Left/Right Main Speakers
Because of its vertical orientation, the Mythos Six will normally be
used as a right or left main front speaker or as a rear or side surround
speaker . Nevertheless, it can certainly be used as a center speaker if its
vertical orientation is appropriate for a center speaker in your installation.
When used as left and right front speakers, the Mythos Sixes can be
placed right next to the TV with excellent results or may be separated by
a distance greater than the width of the TV. As with any speaker, a greater
separation (5 to 7 feet or more) will normally result in a bigger soundstage and this is recommended from a sonic point of view .
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Positioning Mythos Six as Rear/Side Surrounds
When used as rear or side surround speakers, Mythos Six may be
located on the side or behind the listeners. When used on the sides,
take care never to locate the speakers forward of the listeners. The
speakers may be placed at or above ear level. If the speakers are placed
on the rear wall, it is suggested that they be positioned fairly wide apart
if possible. (For instance, if there is a couch in the center of the rear wall
on which the listeners will sit, try to position the speakers wider apart
than the couch.)
Positioning Mythos Seven as a Center Channel
The Mythos Seven is designed for horizontal use and will normally
be used as a front or rear center channel speaker . Of course, if you have
a need for a horizontal Mythos for left and right main channel use or
surround use, the Mythos Seven is perfect for that also.
As a center channel, the Mythos Seven can be positioned either above
or below the TV. Of course, it can be mounted on the wall, placed on a
shelf, or on top of the TV itself if the top of the TV is big enough and flat
enough to provide a safe mounting surface.
Mythos Seven V ertical Angle Adjustment
Your Mythos Seven has a simple built-in device which stabilizes it and
allows you to adjust the vertical angle when the system is placed on a flat
horizontal surface. If the foot is not screwed in, screw it into the threaded
hole on the bottom of the speaker. When you set the speaker down, the
speaker will lean back and rest on the foot. By varying how far you screw
in the foot, you can adjust the vertical angle of the speaker . W esuggest
that you aim the speaker so that it points directly towards the height of the
listeners’ ears.
Speaker Break-In
Your Mythos loudspeakers should sound good right out of the box;
however, an extended break-in period of 20-40 hours or more of normal
playing is required to reach full performance capability. Break-in allows
the suspensions to work in and results in fuller bass, a more open
“blossoming” midrange and smoother high frequency reproduction.
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Connecting Your Mythos Loudspeakers
Hooking Up Your Mythos Loudspeakers
Your Mythos loudspeakers each have one pair of gold 5-way
binding posts. Normally, you will hook up the left main/front channel
red(+) terminal of your receiver or amplifier to the red(+) terminal of
your left Mythos loudspeaker and the left main/front channel black(-)
terminal of your receiver or amplifier to the black(-) terminal of your
left Mythos loudspeaker
channel red(+) terminal of your amplifier or receiver to the red(+)
terminal of your right Mythos loudspeaker and the black(-) terminal of
the right main/front channel of your receiver or amplifier to the
black(-) terminal of your right Mythos loudspeaker.
If you are using the Mythos as a center channel, connect the center
channel red(+) terminal of your amplifier or receiver to the red(+)
terminal of your Mythos center channel speaker and the black (-)
terminal of the center channel of your receiver or amplifier to the
black(-) terminal of your Mythos center channel loudspeaker.
If you are using the Mythos as side/rear surround speakers, hook up
the left surround red(+) terminal of your receiver or amplifier to the
red(+) terminal of your Mythos left surround speaker and the left surround black(-) terminal of your receiver or amplifier to the black(-)
terminal of your Mythos left surround speaker. Connect the right surround red(+) terminal of your amplifier or receiver to the red(+) terminal of your Mythos right surround loudspeaker and the black(-) terminal of the right surround channel of your receiver or amplifier to the
black(-) terminal of your Mythos right surround loudspeaker.
If your receiver/ decoder has a bass management system and you
are using a separate subwoofer, set bass management to “Small
and right main speakers, “Small
speakers and “Y
es” subwoofer. If your receiver/decoder has a choice
of crossover frequencies, set the crossover to 80 Hz or 100 Hz if available (for greater dynamic range). If you are not using a separate subwoofer, set bass management to “Lar
“Lar
ge” center channel and “Large”surround speakers, and “No” sub-
woofer. We strongly recommend the use of a separate subwoofer.
. Connect the right channel main/front
” center channel, “Small
” surround
ge” left and right main speakers,
” left
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