Magnepan MMC 2 User Manual

MMC 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

A. SELECTION OF SPEAKER LOCATION
B. PAINTING SPEAKER FRAMES
C. WALL PREPARATION
D. TOP FRAME INSTALLATION
E. ATTACHING BOTTOM FRAME TO SPEAKER

F. BOTTOM FRAME ATTACHMENT TO WALL

G. FINAL SPEAKER INSTALLATION

H. CAUTIONS

I. HOOKUP

J. SPEAKER ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

With a little experience, one person can install an MMC 2. However, for the first time, it is
recommended that an assistant help with steps D and E of the installation.

A. SELECTION OF SPEAKER LOCATION

Before a permanent installation is begun, we suggest that the Magneplanar Temporary Mounting Kit be used to
determine if the selected location gives the desired audio performance for the MMC 2s. A set of mounting
brackets are included with the MMC 2 for this purpose. Install the rubber washer on the bottom shaft to keep the
speaker in the desired position.

Because the MMC 2 can used for any channel in a home theater or music system and because rooms conditions
vary greatly, specific and detailed instructions are not practical. However, there are general guidelines to follow.

Avoid corners. Choose a placement that will position the MMC 2 as far from a corner as possible - preferably
more than 3 or 4 feet and the further, the better. We want you to be a satisfied customer and this is a critical
issue for good sound. This is especially important for the front channels. Rear channels play a lesser role and
more liberties can be taken with the rear channels.

Choose a placement that will allow the bottom of the MMC 2 to be approximately 26 inches from the floor for
proper high frequency dispersion when you are sitting or standing.

To help determine the front of the MMC 2, the quasi ribbon foil can be seen through the fabric on the front of the
speaker. The speakers should be mounted so that the front of the speakers are on axis with the listener.

CAUTION- Using a level, check to see if the walls are within building code for plumb (vertical to a level floor). If
the walls are too far out of plumb, the speakers may not open or close.

B. PAINTING SPEAKER FRAMES

Many customers will want to paint the top and bottom molding to match their decor. The top and bottom frames
can be ordered with a primer coat. We recommend Krylon spray can paint.

1. Mask off hardware in the speaker frames to prevent paint from fouling mechanical parts.

2. Spray 4 or 5 light coats, allowing drying time to prevent runs in the paint and for a smooth finish. Sand with
fine 600 sandpaper between coats for an extra-smooth finish.

3. Spray a coat of Krylon clear coat (gloss or satin) to protect the finish.

4. Install the speaker trim in the edge of the speaker with a rubber mallet. (Masking tape over the trim will
help prevent marring of the finish from the rubber mallet.)

5. Install 3/4 inch, 18 ga. brads in the speaker trim to secure the trim.

5. Install 3/4 inch, 18 ga. brads in the speaker trim to secure the trim.

C. WALL PREPARATION

1. Position the hardboard template against the wall approx. 26" from the floor where the speaker is to be
located. Locate the speaker between studs whenever possible. Mark the wall using the upper right corner
hole of the template. Set the template aside.

2. Drill a 1/4" dia. hole in that location.

3. Hold the template against the wall and insert a 1/4" dia. dowel in the hole, leaving 1/4" exposed. See Fig.

1.

4. Level the template by placing a level on the top or side of the template. See Fig. 2. CAUTION- Take great
care to ensure that the wall is plumb (vertical) and the template is level before drilling the holes. The
speakers will not close or open if severely out of plum or level.

5. Drill a 1/4" dia. hole in the upper left corner of the template. Insert a 1/4" dia. dowel in this hole also. The
template will now hang unassisted.

6. Hold the template against the wall and drill the remaining 4 holes. Set the template aside.

7. Install (4) sheet rock anchors in the outermost (4) holes. Center holes are for wire feed only.

8. Install (4) #8 x 1-1/2" screws, keeping the screw head approx. 3/16" from the wall using the spacer
provided. USE HAND TOOLS ONLY. NO POWER TOOLS!

9. Install painter's tape on the wall above the location of the top frame to prevent marring of the wall while
installing the top frame.

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

D. TOP FRAME INSTALLATION

1. Thread motor wires through the 1/4" dia. center hole and attach the top frame using keyholes on the back
of the top frame. If necessary, adjust the screw height to insure a snug fit of the top motor frame to the
wall. See Fig. 3 & 4.

Fig. 3

Fig. 4