Mirage Omnisat® v2 FS - Manual (Page 2)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS -
READ CAREFULLY !
Read Instructions: All safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
Retain instructions: Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product & operation instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Cleaning: Unplug the product from the wall before cleaning. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners, just a damp cloth.
DO NOT EXPOSURE THE SPEAKERS TO DIRECT RAINFALL OR SUBMERGE THEM
UNDERWATER – PERMANENT DAMAGE WILL RESULT
Damage Requiring Service: The product should be serviced by qualified personnel when:
A.
The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
B. Product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
C. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
MIRAGE OMNISAT V2 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 OMNISAT V2 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 to over sixty
countries internationally.
The renowned Mirage research team advances its speaker development through the use of
computer-based design techniques combined with multiple listening rooms and anechoic
chambers. Mirage is manufactured in a modern 165, 000 square foot facility located in Toronto,
Canada. 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.
THE OMNISAT V2 SERIES
The main goal of the new OMNISAT V2 was to provide a series of speakers with the most
natural, accurate performance that could excel at both home theater and music reproduction.
This was accomplished by using Mirage’s newest proprietary Omnipolar technology. Omnipolar
technology produces the same amount of direct and reflected sound as live events for the most
realistic experience of either music or home theater.
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.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
The Mirage OMNISAT V2 has been designed for high performance in a wide variety of settings,
but here are a few helpful hints that will help to maximize performance and your enjoyment.
Left and Right Channels
A general guideline for speaker placement is to set up the space between speaker and listener
at approximately 1-1/2 times the distance between the speakers. For example, if the speakers
were ideally placed a minimum of 6 feet apart, the best seating position would be 9 feet away.
Ideal height would position the speaker at approximately ear level when the listener is in a
seated position. For the OMNISAT V2 satellite, this can be accomplished by using the
recommended OMNISAT V2 stand.
Center Channel
A center channel can be expected to reproduce as much as 60% of a movie’s soundtrack, most
of which is dialogue. In order to maintain the effect of voices emanating from the actor’s
mouth, the OMNISAT V2CC should be centrally located between the left and right OMNISAT V2
speakers and be placed above or below the television.
Surround Channel
The surround speakers should be positioned adjacent to and slightly behind the primary
listening area, on the rear or side wall or on the ceiling to provide a sense of spaciousness and
ambience for all Surround Sound formats. These speakers should ideally be placed above ear
level for best performance. See diagram 3.
MOUNTING OPTIONS
OMNISAT V2 Satellite
The small size and Omnipolar dispersion of the versatile OMNISAT V2 Satellite speakers permits
them to be easily wall mounted. The OMNISAT V2 Satellite comes equipped with its own
specifically designed wall bracket. The bracket allows for two simple installation alternatives:
a. Carefully drive a #8 screw into a stud in the wall, leaving approximately 1/4 inch of the screw
exposed, then mount the OMNISAT V2 Satellite like you would a picture. Note: Failure to attach
the screw safely to a secure spot on the wall can result in damage or injury. When mounting the
speaker at a height of under six feet, orient the OMNISAT V2 Satellite in an upright position.
Slide the head of the screw into the wide portion of the channel opening and slide the
OMNISAT V2 Satellite downward until it sits in position. When mounting the speaker at a height
of over six feet, orient the OMNISAT V2 Satellite in an upside down position so the grill is facing
the floor and use the bottom key-way channel. Slide the head of the screw into the wide
portion of the channel opening and slide the OMNISAT V2 Satellite downward until it sits in
position. See Diagrams 2a, 3
b. Start by marking the bracket's screw positions on the wall with a pencil, then screw the bracket
to the wall. Drywall anchors are recommended for any drywall wall mount installation to ensure
a solid installation. After the bracket has been mounted to the wall, the OMNISAT V2 Satellite
speaker can simply be mounted to the bracket by tightening the included bolt to the bottom of
the OMNISAT V2. See Diagrams 2b, 3
CEILING MOUNT: The OMNISAT V2 Satellite speakers can also be ceiling mounted. Please follow
the same instructions outlined in section b above.
OMNISAT V2 CC CENTER CHANNEL:
1. Choose the desired mounting position. If possible, find a position on the wall that allows the
OMNISAT V2 CC to be mounted directly to a wall stud. Attach the mounting template (included
in the box) to the desired position by using tape or small nails. (Diagram 6)
IMPORTANT: The arrows on the template should point in the same direction as the
grill. If the OMNISAT V2 CC is mounted below 6 feet, the grille should face
upwards and therefore the arrows on the template should also point upwards.
If the OMNISAT V2 CC is mounted above 6 feet, the grille should face downwards,
and similarly the arrows on the template should also point downwards.
2. Using a level, ensure the template is attached level to the wall. It is critical that the template is
level as a mistake at this stage will result in uneven mounting of the OMNISAT V2 CC.
(Diagram 7)
3. Outline the two rectangular boxes. Mark the smaller box with an X. The smaller box is needed
for the wire management outlining the recommended wall cut-out. (Diagram 8)
4. After the template has been removed, use a drywall saw to cut out the smaller rectangular box
marked with an X. Please note that this step is only required if the wires will be fed through the
wall. If a different wire management system is being used, please ignore this step. (Diagram 9)