Definitive technology Mythos ST L Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified

by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart or rack is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not

operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on apparatus.

16. WARNING: The mains plug/appliance coupler is used as disconnect device; the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

17. Protective grounding terminal. The apparatus should be connected to a

18. Correct Disposal of this product. This marking indicates that this

19. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed

20.

Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back) as

mains socket outlet with a protective grounding connection.

product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or

human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact retailer where the product was purchased; they can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

on the apparatus.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR

This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

DO NOT OPEN

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there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

21. The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Performance Benchmarks of the Mythos ST-L ........................................................................................................................................2

Unpacking and Inspecting Your Mythos ST-L ........................................................................................................................................3

What’s In Your Mythos ST-L Carton .....................................................................................................................................................3

Locating your Mythos ST-L Super Towers .............................................................................................................................................4

Aiming the loudspeakers into your listening area .................................................................................................................................4

5.1 Home Theater Conguration .......................................................................................................................................................5

Room Acoustics ...............................................................................................................................................................................5

Adjustable Gliders ...........................................................................................................................................................................6

Carpet Spikes .................................................................................................................................................................................6

Connections ....................................................................................................................................................................................7-11

Subwoofer Tuning ............................................................................................................................................................................11

Subwoofer Adjustment .....................................................................................................................................................................12

Remote control ................................................................................................................................................................................13

Fine Tuning .....................................................................................................................................................................................14

LED Indicators .................................................................................................................................................................................15

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................................................17

Service ...........................................................................................................................................................................................18

Technical Assistance .........................................................................................................................................................................18

Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................................19

Specications ..................................................................................................................................................................................20-21

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PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS OF THE MYTHOS ST-L

Mythos ST-L represents a major redesign of this consummate Denitive Technology oor standing loudspeaker. Like the original Mythos ST, Mythos ST-L features a built-in powered subwoofer in an elegant extruded aluminum enclosure. But the ST-L is more than a renement of the previous model. It is, in fact, a meticulous rethinking of the original high performance super tower. Drivers, tweeter, amplier and user interface, all have been signicantly developed to offer serious audio listeners elegant appearance, greater convenience and exhilarating performance.

• Improved mid- and high-frequency detail

• Overall higher output

• Lower harmonic and intermodulation distortion

• Flatter frequency response on- and off-axis

• More extended, lower-distortion bass response

• Greater soundstage width and depth

• Easier foot/spike height adjustment

• More convenient bass-level adjustment

• Improved appearance

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UNPACKING AND INSPECTING YOUR MYTHOS ST-L

AAA

LEFT BASS

RIGHT BASS

LOW LEVEL

STEREO BASS

ON OFF

MUTE

POWERON OFF

L R

AAA

LEFT BASS

RIGHT BASS

LOW LEVEL

STEREO BASS

ON OFF

MUTE

POWERON OFF

L R

AAA

LEFT BASS

RIGHT BASS

LOW LEVEL

STEREO BASS

ON OFF

MUTE

POWERON OFF

L R

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 Denitive 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. Please record the serial numbers found on the back of your Mythos ST-Ls in an appropriate place and register them online at: www.denitivetech.com/registration/

WHAT’S IN YOUR MYTHOS ST-L CARTON

Inside each Mythos ST-L loudspeaker carton you should nd:

1. One Mythos ST-L Super Tower with attached AC power cord

2. Literature Packet (Letter and Owner’s Manual)

3. Accessory Box (Remote Control, batteries,

(4) Carpet spikes)

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LEFT SPEAKER

TV & CENTER SPEAKER

RIGHT SPEAKER

1'-2'FT

LOCATING YOUR MYTHOS ST-L SUPER TOWERS

The following guidelines are for a 2-Channel setup, a classic conguration that optimizes the Mythos ST-L’s performance for the most critical listener. Please remember that no two rooms and listening set-ups are the same, so don’t be afraid to experiment with your speakers. Whatever sounds best to you is what matters.

AIMING THE LOUDSPEAKERS INTO YOUR LISTENING AREA

To enjoy the most realistic stereo image and lifelike sound, place the speakers so that an equilateral triangle is created between the speakers and your favorite listening position

If your room arrangement forces you to place the speakers farther apart than the distance from which you are listening, angle the speakers toward the middle. Angling the speakers in (pointed directly at the listener) will result in a somewhat brighter, clearer sound. This angling creates a sharper focus and a more solid central image; generally, we recommend that you take some time to experiment with speaker positioning and toe-in angle to nd the best balance between image width and focus. Do your positioning experiments before installing the spike feet.

2-CHANNEL SETUP

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5.1 HOME THEATER CONFIGURATION

Four Mythos ST-L Super Towers will make an astounding 5.1 home theater. When used as left and right surrounds, do not locate the speakers forward of your listening position. If you use the towers as left and right rear surrounds, position them wide apart if possible. (For instance, if there is a couch in the center of the rear wall, position the speakers wider apart than the couch). If a full Mythos ST-L Home Theater loudspeaker setup isn’t in the budget right now, Denitive Technology also offers a complete line of center channel and surround loudspeakers, any of which will blend with your Mythos ST-L front stage. We specically recommend the Mythos Ten for the best-match center channel speaker.

Note: Each loudspeakers Identity Switch should be set to “Left” or “Right” depending on which side of the room the speaker is located.

LEFT SPEAKER

TV & CENTER SPEAKER RIGHT SPEAKER

ROOM ACOUSTICS

Ideally, the speakers should be placed at one to two feet from room boundaries, such as large pieces of furniture, walls and especially corners. Placing a speaker closer to room boundaries increases bass, but may result in a “boomy” or bass-heavy sound and degradation of stereo imaging. Try varying the speakers’ distance from the rear walls, side walls, and corners until the best balance between low frequency extension and clarity is achieved. If you cannot get the speakers at least one foot from the room boundary, treat the adjacent room boundaries with absorbing or diffusing material to improve performance.

LEFT REAR

SURROUND

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RIGHT REAR SURROUND

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