Definitive Technology Mythos Mythos STS Owner's Manual

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5Positioning the Mythos Speakers in Your RoomYour new Mythos speakers are very flexible in terms of positioning andplacement options and they will produce excellent sound in almost any location.Following a few simple guidelines will, however, optimize their performance forthe more critical listener. Although the following recommendations will usuallyyield the best results, all rooms and listening sets-ups are different, so do not beafraid to experiment with the speaker placement. Whatever sounds best to youis correct.Positioning Mythos STS asLeft/Right Main SpeakersFor best results create an equilateraltriangle between the speakers and thelistening position as shown in theillustration. Angle the speakers towardthe center of the listening position forbrighter, clearer sound with a sharperfocus and a more solid central image(recommended). Pointing the speakersstraight forward, parallel with eachother, will result in a warmer lesssharply focused sound.The Mythos STSs are magnetically shielded for safe placement near TV orvideo monitors. If you notice video distortion or discoloration, immediately movethe speakers farther away from the video display. To get the best possible imagingand most even tonal response avoid placing the speakers less than 3 feet (1 Meter)from back and side walls.IInstalling Leveling Feet and SpikesWe have provided leveling feet and metal spikes with your Mythos STSs; theyare in the same bag as this manual. The plastic tips are for hard floor surfaces suchas tile and wood while the metal spikes are for use on carpeted floors. Be carefulwhen using spikes as they may cause damage to wooden or other floors which aresusceptible to being scratched. Definitive Technology is not responsible for floordamage which may result from the use of spikes.Screw the leveling feet into the five threaded inserts on the bottom of thebase. If you plan on using spikes, it would be best to experiment with speakerpositioning first, then add the spikes once you are sure you’ve determined thespeakers’ permanent position. To install the carpet spikes, unscrew the non-marking tips from the centers of the five leveling feet and screw the spikes intheir places. Then, with the help of another person, lift the speaker upright andlower it to the desired location; push down on the top of the speaker to force thespikes through the carpet and make contact with the floor beneath.Once you have positioned the speakers, wiggle them to see if they are stable andlevel. Adjust the height of the leveling feet/spikes accordingly for best stability.≥3' (1M)≥3' (1M)