Definitive Technology SSA-50 specifications Receiver/Speaker Set-up, Service

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Receiver/Speaker Set-up

DO NOT USE THE “AUTO SETUP” FEATURE IF IT IS INCLUDED

IN YOUR RECEIVER. Because the SSA produces surround sound from a single front mounted speaker, the auto setup feature will not operate correctly and will actually make your system sound worse.

Access Your Receiver’s “Speaker Set-up” or “Speaker Configuration” menu

1.In the Speaker Set-up/Configure function of your receiver, set all channels to “Small.”

SSA-50OWNER’S MANUAL

Service

Service and warranty work on your Definitive loudspeakers will normally be performed by your local Definitive Technology dealer. If, however, you wish to return the speaker to us, please contact us first, describing the problem and requesting authorization as well as the location of the nearest factory service center. Please note

that the address given in this booklet is the address of our offices only.

Under no circumstances should loudspeakers be shipped to our offices or returned without contacting us first and obtaining return authorization.

Definitive Technology Offices

11433 Cronridge Drive, Owings Mills, Maryland 21117

Phone: (800) 228-7148 (US & Canada), 01 (410) 363-7148 (all other countries)

2.Select “Yes” when asked if you are using a subwoofer.

3.Set the subwoofer crossover frequency on the receiver to 120 Hz.

In the receiver’s “Speaker Distance” Set-up Menu, select the same distance for all channels. If your receiver or processor uses a “Channel delay” setup function that requires a delay-time entry, use the minimum setting (in Ms) that it allows for the center and surround channels.

Surround Sound Settings

Dolby Digital or DTS on all 5.1 channel programming; Dolby ProLogic or Dolby ProLogic II for all 2 channel sources such as radio and CDs.

Set Surround Volume Levels:

1.Set Left, Center and Right to “Zero” (0dB).

2.Set Left and Right surround levels to a minimum of “+5” dB. Don’t hesitate to set surround channels to “+7” dB or higher in order to hear enveloping surround sound.

Optional 6.1 and 7.1 Channel Hookup

If you choose to use additional speakers with a 6.1 or 7.1 channel receiver, connect those speakers to the "Rear" channel outputs of your receiver. Consult the receiver owner's manual for specific information about 6.1 or 7.1 channel operation.

Technical Assistance

It is our pleasure to offer assistance if you have any questions regarding your Mythos SSA or its set-up. Please contact your nearest Definitive Technology dealer or call us directly at (800) 228-7148 (US & Canada), 01 (410) 363-7148 (all other countries) or e-mail info@definitivetech.com.

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Limited USA Warranty:

5-Years for Drivers and Cabinets

Definitive Technology warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Definitive Technology Loudspeaker Product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of the original purchase from a Definitive Technology Franchised Dealer. However, this warranty will automatically terminate prior to the expiration of five (5) years if the original retail purchaser sells or otherwise transfers the Product to any other party. The original retail purchaser shall hereinafter be referred to as “you.” To obtain the warranty protection for your Definitive Technology Product(s), you must fill out the Warranty Registration Card(s), within ten days of the date of purchase.

Defective Products must be shipped, together with proof of date of purchase, prepaid insured to the Franchised Dealer from whom you purchased the Product, or to the nearest Factory service center. Product(s) must be shipped in the original shipping container or its equivalent; in any case the risk of loss or damage in transit is to be borne by you. If, upon examination at the Factory or a Definitive Technology Franchised Dealer it is determined that the unit was defective in materials or workmanship at any time during this Warranty period, Definitive Technology or the Definitive Technology Franchised Dealer will, at its option, repair or replace this product at no additional charge, except as set forth below. All replaced parts and Product(s) become the property of Definitive Technology. Product(s) replaced or repaired under this Warranty will be returned to you, within a reasonable time, freight collect.

This Warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, improper mounting, inadequate packing or shipping procedures, commercial use, voltage in excess of the rated maximum of the unit, normal wear and tear, cosmetic appearance of cabinetry or compo- nents not directly attributable to defects in materials or workmanship, or serv- ice, or repair or modification of the Product which has not been authorized by Definitive Technology.

Definitive Technology makes no Warranty with respect to its Products purchased from dealers or outlets other than Definitive Technology Franchised Dealers.

This Warranty is in lieu of all other expressed Warranties. If this Product is defective in material or workmanship as warranted above, your sole remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided above. In no event will Definitive Technology be liable to you for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the Product, even if Definitive Technology or a Definitive Technology Franchised Dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages, or for any claim by any other party. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential dam- ages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

All implied warranties on the Product are limited to the duration of this expressed Warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied Warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from state to state.

This product complies with the essential requirements

of the EMC directive 89/336/EEC.

For more information on Definitive Technology Loudspeakers and accessories, visit www.definitivetech.com, or email info@definitivetech.com.

Definitive Technology, Owings Mills, Maryland, USA. 800-228-7148

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Contents Specifications Very Important AccessoriesUnpacking Your SSA Speakers Please Inspect For Shipping DamagePositioning the SSA Wall Mounting the SSAConnecting the SSA SSA-50Service Limited USA Warranty Years for Drivers and CabinetsReceiver/Speaker Set-up Optional 6.1 and 7.1 Channel Hookup Technical Assistance
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SSA-50 specifications

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