Definitive Technology SSA-50 User Manual 2

Definitive Technology

SSA-50

OWNER’S MANUAL

Mythos Solo Surround Array Loudspeakers

Thank You

Thank you for choosing the Definitive Technology Mythos Solo Surround Array

Loudspeaker System. The Mythos SSA-50 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-50 speaker.

Specifications

SSA-50

Dimensions: 461/4" W (117.45 cm) x 41/8" D (10.48 cm) x 53/8" H (13.65 cm)

Driver Complement: Three 41/2" (11.4 cm) BDSS High-output drivers with coincident

Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 30 kHz Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms

Rec. Assoc. Amplification: 20 – 200 Watts/channel

Sensitivity: 90 dB

(speaker only, not including bracket)

array 1" (25 mm) ferro-magnetic fluid damped pure aluminum dome tweeter.

Two 4

/2" (11.4 cm) BDSS High-output full-range drivers.

/4" (8.3 cm) full-range high-output surround drivers

Four 3 with butyl rubber surrounds.

Weight: 31 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-50 Mounting Screw Diagram

BACK OF SPEAKER

TOP OF SPEAKER

/"–420 SCREWS

THREADED INSERTS

SUBWOOFER

150

Variable

Low PassCrossover

120V 80Hz T 3.2A L250V

Automatic

Power ON/OFF

ProCinema Subwoofer

Active Crossover

and Power Amplifier

High Level

–

Left Right

LFE IN

Out

RECEIVER

AUDIO

MULTI INPUT

SUBWOOFER

(LFE)

OUTPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

FRONT LEFT FRONT RIGHT SURROUND RIGHT

CENTER

SURROUND LEFT

IMPEDANCE SELECTOR

VIDEO

SSA-50

FRONT RIGHT

CENTER

–

SURROUND

RIGHT

FRONT

LEFT

SURROUND

LEFT

SPEAKERS

RONT

RIGHT

–

LEFT RIGHT LEFT

CENTER

URROUND

RIGHT LEFT

URR. BACK/REAR

RIGHT

SSA-50

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

. If the

speaker is above seated listener height, extend the leveling feet to point the speaker downward [See Using the Leveling Feet on page 3].

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.

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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