Definitive Technology Mythos XTR-50 Owner's Manual

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This product complies with the essential requirementsof the EMC directive 89/336/EEC.FJAT03162010MYTHOS XTR-50 OWNER’S MANUALFor more information on Definitive Technology Loudspeakers and accessories,visit www.definitivetech.com, or email info@definitivetech.com.Definitive Technology, Owings Mills, Maryland, USA. 800-228-71484DEI Sales Co., dba Definitive Technology (herein “Definitive”) warrants to the original retail pur-chaser only that this Definitive loudspeaker product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materi-al and workmanship for a period of five (5) years covering the drivers and cabinets, and three (3) yearsfor the electronic components from the date of the original purchase from a Definitive AuthorizedDealer. If the Product is defective in material or workmanship, Definitive or its Authorized Dealer will,at its option, repair or replace the warranted product at no additional charge, except as set forth below.All replaced parts and Product(s) become the property of Definitive. Product that is repaired orreplaced under this warranty will be returned to you, within a reasonable time, freight collect. Thiswarranty is non-transferrable and is automatically void if the original purchaser sells or otherwisetransfers the Product to any other party.This Warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse,negligence, inadequate packing or shipping procedures, commercial use, voltage in excess of the ratedmaximum of the unit, cosmetic appearance of cabinetry not directly attributable to defects in materialor workmanship. This warranty does not cover the elimination of externally generated static or noise,or the correction of antenna problems or weak reception. This warranty does not cover labor costs ordamage to the Product caused by installation or removal of the Product. Definitive Technology makesno warranty with respect to its products purchased from dealers or outlets other than DefinitiveTechnology Authorized Dealer.THE WARRANTY IS AUTOMATICALLY VOID IF:1) The product has been damaged, altered in any way, mishandled during transportation, or tampered with.2) The product is damaged due to accident, fire, flood, unreasonable use, misuse, abuse, customerapplied cleaners, failure to observe manufacturers warnings, neglect or related events.3) Repair or modification of the Product has not been made or authorized by Definitive Technology.4) The product has been improperly installed or used.Product must be returned (insured and prepaid), together with the original dated proof of purchase tothe Authorized Dealer from whom the Product was purchased, or to the nearest Definitive factoryservice center. Product must be shipped in the original shipping container or its equivalent. Definitiveis not responsible or liable for loss or damage to Product in transit.THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY THAT APPLIES TO YOURPRODUCT. DEFINITIVE NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON OR ENTITYTO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITHYOUR PRODUCT OR THIS WARRANTY. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOTLIMITED TO EXPRESS, IMPLIED,WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED TO THEMAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON PRODUCT ARELIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESSED WARRANTY. DEFINITIVE HAS NOLIABILITY FOR ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES. DEFINITIVE’S LIABILITY, WHETHER BASEDON CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER THEORY, SHALL NOTEXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT FOR WHICH A CLAIM HAS BEENMADE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE WILL DEFINITIVE BEAR ANY LIABILITY FORINCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. THE CONSUMER AGREES ANDCONSENTS THAT ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN THE CONSUMER AND DEFINITIVE SHALLBE RESOLVED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY,CALIFORNIA. DEFINITIVE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THIS WARRANTY STATE-MENT AT ANY TIME.Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, or impliedwarranties, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.Limited Warranty: 5-Years for Drivers and Cabinets,3-Years for Electronic ComponentsMythos XTR-50 can be mounted either vertically as main or surroundspeakers or horizontally for use as a center channel speaker. The logobadge is not pre-attached to thegrille and is packaged in a plasticbag along with the otheraccessories. It should be affixedin the correct place on the grilleonce you have determined thespeaker’s alignment. For horizontal(center channel) use, align the badgewith the location on the long side of thegrille; for vertical use, align the badge with thelocation on the short side of the grille. [Figure 11] To affixthe logo badge, gently press the logo badge into the recesson the grill. A magnet will hold the logo in place. Do not pressthe badge too hard or you may crack the grille.Receiver/Speaker Set-upAccess your receiver’s “Speaker Set-up” or “Speaker Configuration” Menu.1. In the Speaker Set-up/Configure function of your receiver, set allchannels that are connected to Mythos XTR-50s to “Small.”2. Select “Yes” when asked if you are using a subwoofer.3. Set the subwoofer crossoverfrequency on the receiver to120 Hz if the speaker is mountedon a wall and 150 Hz if thespeakers are sitting on a shelf.ServiceService and warranty work on your Definitive loudspeakers will normallybe performed by your Definitive Technology dealer or importer. If, however,you wish to return the speaker to us, please contact us first, describing theproblem and requesting authorization as well as the location of the nearestfactory service center. Please note that the address given in thisbooklet is the address of our offices only. Under no circumstancesshould loudspeakers be shipped to our offices or returnedwithout contacting us first and obtaining return authorization.Definitive Technology Offices11433 Cronridge Drive, Owings Mills, Maryland 21117Phone: (800) 228-7148 (US & Canada),01 (410) 363-7148 (all other countries)Technical AssistanceIf you have any questions regarding your Mythos XTR-50 or its set-up,please contact your Definitive Technology dealer or importer. If yourdealer or importer is unable to help you, please contact us directly at(800) 228-7148 (US & Canada), 01 (410) 363-7148 (all other countries)or e-mail info@definitivetech.com.Attaching the Logo BadgeFigure 9Figure 10Figure 11©2009 DEI Sales Co. All rights reserved.