Definitive Technology SSA-42 User Manual 2
Definitive Technology
SSA-42
OWNER’S MANUAL
Mythos Solo Surround Array Loudspeakers
Thank You
Thank you for choosing the Definitive Technology Mythos Solo Surround Array
Loudspeaker System featuring Spatial Array™ technology. The Mythos SSA-42 is a
unique speaker that provides a stunning 5-channel surround experience from just one
speaker. This extraordinary speaker makes enjoying a high performance surround audio
system more convenient than ever before. You chose wisely.
Our engineers spent many years developing this product. In order to ensure that you
experience the finest performance possible, we encourage you to take a moment to fully
read this owner’s manual and familiarize yourself with the proper installation and set-up
procedures for your Mythos SSA-42 speaker.
Specifications
SSA-42
Dimensions: 403/8" W (102.5 cm) x 41/8" D (10.48 cm) x 41/2" H (11.4 cm)
Driver Complement: Three 31/4" (8.3 cm) BDSS High-output drivers with coincident
equency Response: 60 Hz – 30 kHz
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Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms
Rec. Assoc. Amplification: 20 – 175 Watts/channel
Sensitivity: 89 dB
(speaker only, not including bracket)
array 3/4" (20 mm) ferro-magnetic fluid damped pure aluminum
dome tweeter.
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Two 3
/4" (8.3 cm) BDSS High-output full-range drivers.
Four 3" (7.6 cm) full-range high-output surround drivers
with butyl rubber surrounds.
Weight: 20 lbs. (4.52 kG)
Unpacking Your SSA Speakers
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 loud-
speaker. 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 SSA in the appropriate place on the product registration card,
answer all questions and send it in.
VERY IMPORTANT: Accessories
Various parts and accessories that you will need to use your Mythos SSA are in the
carton but are easy to overlook. Open both ends of the shipping carton. Carefully
examine the contents of the shipping carton and packing material to find the plastic
bags with accessories.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Definitive Technology
SSA-42 Mounting Screw Diagram
BACK OF SPEAKER
TOP OF SPEAKER
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/"–420 SCREWS
THREADED INSERTS
+
SURROUND RIGHT – + FRONTRIGHT – + CENTER – + FRONT LEFT – + SURROUND LEFT –
PILOT SLOTS
SSA-42
OWNER’S MANUAL
Positioning the SSA
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 SSA speaker 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.
Even if you intend to place the SSA speaker on a TV or shelf you must attach the wall-mount bracket to the speaker. See Using the Leveling Feet on page 3.
The SSA speaker 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 SSA 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
speaker is above seated listener height,
extend the leveling feet to point the
speaker downward [See Using the Leveling
Feet on page 3].
. If the
Wall Mounting the SSA
• We recommend that the SSA speaker be wall mounted
by professional installers or by those appropriately skilled in the
use of power tools and who have 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 the
bracket to your wall.
• Mythos Brackets are not suitable for ceiling mounting.
The Mythos Solo Surround Array loudspeaker comes with a wall
mounting bracket and template that makes secure mounting a breeze.
Follow these directions for installing the wall mounting bracket.
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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 should
protrude as shown in the illustration.
2. Make sure the location you have selected for wall-mounting
does not conceal behind-wall electrical wiring or plumbing.
3. 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 the speaker location
to allow the speaker to slide down onto the bracket.
4. Make sure the center of the template is perfectly centered with
the TV screen.
5. Use a bubble level to make sure the template is level. If the
TV is wall mounted and not level, the speaker will look better
if it is off-level in exactly the same way as the TV.
6. Use push pins to secure the template to the wall.
7. Mark the location of pilot holes noted on the Mounting
Template with a pencil; remove the template.
8. Pre-drill the pilot hole locations for mounting screws
(not included). Use screws rated to hold securely in the
wall material (we recommend #10 screws).
9. It is best if at least one screw hits a wall stud. If there is no
stud behind the pilot hole location, install wall anchors (not
included) to secure the bracket screws. Follow the wall anchor
manufacturer’s directions. Each wall anchor should be rated
to hold at least one-half of the product net weight
[see specifications on front cover].
10. For masonry walls, use a masonry drill bit to pre-drill holes,
and use masonry anchors and screws (not included).
11. Pull the five sets of speaker wires through the hole in the bracket.
12. Screw the bracket to the wall.
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