Mirage OMD-28 User Manual

om design series manual

printed in canada 7ai//eomdspkr

om design series manual

contents

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 1

2.0 GETTING STARTED 3 Unpacking

3.0 INITIAL PLACEMENT AND MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 5 OMD-28 OMD-C2 OMD-R

4.0 CONNECTING YOUR SPEAKERS TO THE SYSTEM

Standard connection Bi-wire method Tri-wire method Bi-amp/Tri-amp

5.0 MULTI-CHANNEL AUDIO SET-UPS

6.0 BREAK-IN PERIOD 12

7.0 FINE TUNING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM 13 General Recommendations How to fine-tune the low frequency performance How to fine-tune the imaging How to fine-tune the soundstage depth How to incorporate acoustic room treatments Additional requirements for Surround Sound Set-ups

8.0 INSTALLATION OF THE FEET

9.0 CLEANING AND CABINET CARE 16

WARRANTY INFORMATION (BACK COVER)

om design series manual

1.0 general information

MIRAGE OM DESIGN SERIES

Please take the time to read all of the instructions contained in this manual to make certain your system is properly connected and functioning correctly. Please retain the carton and packing materials for this Mirage product to protect it in the event it ever has to be shipped to a service center for repairs. Product received damaged by a service center that has been shipped by an end user in anything other than the original packaging will be repaired, refurbished, and properly packaged for return shipment at the end user’s expense.

INTRODUCTION

We are proud to welcome you as a new owner of a Mirage speaker system. The finest components and materials are manufactured to exacting standards and tested with sophisticated manufacturing and quality control techniques to ensure exceptional performance that is superior to speakers costing several times their price. This approach to the development of the Mirage OM Design has resulted in a significant improvement over other system designs in terms of performance and aesthetics.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Mirage loudspeakers and subwoofers are designed and manufactured by Audio Products International Corp., known throughout the industry as “API”. A Canadian company founded in 1973, API is one of the world’s largest speaker manufacturers, supplying products worldwide.

The renowned Mirage research team advances its speaker development through the use of computerbased design techniques combined with multiple listening rooms and anechoic chambers. A dedicated team of engineering, marketing, and manufacturing people creates the finest speakers in the world for your ultimate music or home theater listening pleasure. Now it’s time to set up your system and experience the miracle of Mirage Omnipolar sound.

WHAT EXACTLY IS OMNIPOLAR?

Omnipolar technology uses natural room reflections to create a greater sense of realism. This is accomplished by recreating the same ratio of direct to reflected sound - 70% reflected and 30% direct, that is typically found in performance spaces. A conventional speaker only produces 30% reflected sound. It is the additional reflected sound provided by a Mirage Omnipolar speaker that creates a miraculous three-dimensional sound experience in your home.

om design series manual

1.0 general information

OM DESIGN SERIES OVERVIEW

The OM Design series consists of three different models, the OMD-28, the OMD-C2 and the OMD-R. The following drawings show the three different models with their respective dimensions. This information may be useful when deciding on the initial positioning of your new speaker system:

OMD-28

OMD-C2

OMD-R

om design series manual

2.0 getting started

PACKAGING

The packaging of the OM Design series was specifically designed to ensure the safe transportation of your new speakers. If the packaging has been damaged during shipping, please contact your dealer or shipping company immediately. Please read the following instructions carefully to avoid damaging the speaker cabinets during the installation process.

INCLUDED IN THE BOX

Included in the box is an accessory case with essential accessories. We highly recommend that you do not throw out any of the items found in the box, as they may be needed at a later point in time. The following items are included in the accessory case:

 4 feet (OMD-28 only)  1 lint free cleaning cloth  1 pair of gloves to protect the cabinet finish

(2 pairs are included with the OMD-28)

In addition to the above, the OMD-R comes equipped with a versatile and easy to use wall bracket that can be found in the corner of the foam packaging which protects the cabinet during the shipping process.

UNPACKING

When removing any of the OM Design models from their respective packaging, please make sure to use the supplied gloves in order to protect the beautiful finish on your new speakers. We strongly recommend using the gloves whenever you need to move or reposition the speakers. This will ensure that the flawless fit and finish of your new speakers lasts for many years to come.

OMD-28

CAUTION: HANDLE WITH CARE. THE HIGH-GLOSS FINISH ON YOUR OMD-28 SPEAKER CABINETS CAN EASILY BE SCRATCHED. DUE TO THE SIZE AND WEIGHT OF THE SPEAKERS, AT LEAST TWO PEOPLE SHOULD BE AVAILABLE FOR THE UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION PROCESS!

To remove the OMD-28s from the shipping box, carefully follow theses steps:

1. Keep the shipping box in an upright position, with the arrows pointing upwards. Cut the 2 bands of plastic strapping that secure the shipping box.

om design series manual

2.0 getting started

2. Remove the protective cover from the top of the box, and tip the box on its side, so that the side marked with “open here” is pointing upwards.

3. Remove the manual and the accessory kit which will be visible upon opening the carton. Unpack the protective gloves contained within the accessory kit and use them for any of the following unpacking and installation steps.

4. Remove the foam packing by gently lifting the packing straight up and out of the interior cardboard box. You will now see the OMD-28 wrapped in protective material, positioned on a bottom layer of foam packaging.

5. Remove the top grille from the foam packaging before removing the cabinet!

6. Lift the OMD-28 out of the shipping box by grasping the base of the loudspeaker’s sides and carefully stand the loudspeaker onto its high gloss base. Do not use the binding posts to lift the loudspeaker.

NOTE: THE OMD-28 WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 75 POUNDS. PLEASE USE CAUTION WHEN LIFTING THE SPEAKER FROM IT’S PACKAGING.

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