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MCS 100 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Boston Acoustics Multi-Channel Solution Speaker System. These speakers incorporate high-quality 
components that produce the famous Boston sound. The system is ideally suited for use as a 5.1 channel solution in a high-
quality home theater or music system. The system is complete with everything you need for the typical speaker system 
including speaker wire, satellite speakers, a center channel speaker, and a subwoofer. Please check out Bostonacoustics.
com\placement for information on placing your speakers.

The MCS 100 speaker system delivers exceptionally articulate on-screen dialog, music, effects, and room filling bass from a 
small, sleek package. Compact driver placement and quality, system specific crossovers assure a wide uniform dispersion 
for complete coverage of a listening room. All speakers also feature MagnaGuard® magnetic shielding which ensures the 
speaker’s magnetic field does not interfere with the televisions picture. 

Unpacking the System

Carefully unpack the system. If there is any sign of damage from transit, report it immediately to your dealer and/or delivery 
service. Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use. Open the package and verify the following contents:

 

 

(4) Satellite speakers 

 

 

(1) Center Channel speaker

 

 

(1) Subwoofer

 

 

(2) 40’ (12m) speaker wires

 

 

(3) 15’ (4.6m) speaker wires

 

 

(1) 15’ (4.6m) subwoofer cable

 

 

(8) Rubber bumpers (used for wall mounting)

(1) Center Channel speaker 

with 2 removable feet

Subwoofer

Specifications 

Satellites 

Center Channel 

Subwoofer

Frequency Response: 

 

10Hz – 0kHz 

10Hz – 0kHz 

40 - 180Hz

Recommended Amplifier  

Power Range: 

 

10 – 100 watts 

10 – 100 watts 

Sensitivity: 

 

88dB [.8v at 1m] 

88dB [.8v at 1m] 

Nominal Impedance: 

8 ohms 

8 ohms 

Crossover Frequency: 

 

,000Hz 

,000Hz 

Amplifier Output: 

 

— 

— 

100 watts RMS

Woofer: 

 

— 

— 

8”

Midrange: 

 

” with Phase Plugs  

” with Phase Plugs 

— 

 

& MagnaGuard® 

& MagnaGuard 

Tweeter: 

 

4

” (5mm) Kortec® 

4

” (5mm) Kortec 

Dimensions

 (H x W x D) 

7

8

 x 4

8

 x 4

11

16

”   

5

11

16

 x 1

5

8

 x 

4

”   

1

4

 x 15

8

 x 15

8

”   

 

(189 x 11 x 9mm) 

(145 x 1 x 95mm) 

(4 x 90 x 90mm)

Weight

 

.5 lbs 

4.6 lbs 

.7 lbs 

 

(1.14kg) 

(.1kg) 

(10.kg)

(4) Satellite speakers 

with 1 removable foot

Summary of Contents for Horizon MCS 100

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Safety Instructions Compliance Information HORIZON MCS 100 5 1 Surround Speaker System A Boston P O P Product Make it your own ...

Page 2: ...the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is requi...

Page 3: ...isions picture Unpacking the System Carefully unpack the system If there is any sign of damage from transit report it immediately to your dealer and or delivery service Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use Open the package and verify the following contents 4 Satellite speakers 1 Center Channel speaker 1 Subwoofer 2 40 12m speaker wires 3 15 4 6m speaker wires 1 15 4 6m sub...

Page 4: ...he appropriate type of fasteners If you re not sure what type of fastener to use take the mounting bracket to a friendly hardware store tell them about the wall you re mounting the speaker on and ask them to recommend an appropriate fastener Keep in mind the weight of the speaker Speaker Connections After your speakers are properly placed you are ready to wire your system First turn off all system...

Page 5: ...ons for each source or surround mode e g CD stereo videotape Dolby Digital Pro Logic In each case follow your equipment s instructions to ensure that the subwoofer output is turned on and that the speakers are set to Small in each mode If your receiver has adjustable crossover settings we recommend the subwoofer crossover be set at 150Hz Refer to the owner s manual for your AV receiver for any add...

Page 6: ... has been removed or defaced This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If Service Seems Necessary First contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product If that is not possible write to Boston Acoustics Inc 300 Jubilee Drive Peabody MA 01960 USA Or contact us via e mail at support bostona com We will promptly advise you of...

Page 7: ... Kortec and the Boston Acoustics logo are registered trademarks of Boston Acoustics Inc Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTS is a registered trademarks of DTS Inc Specifications are subject to change without notice 2007 Boston Acoustics Inc 142 002699 1 ...

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