Congratulations on your purchase of the Dayton Audio
®
MK442 speaker. This center
channel speaker is designed to complement other Dayton Audio speakers in a
multichannel home theater system and produce balanced, natural sound with vocal
clarity that rivals much more expensive speakers. Please read on to discover how to
get the most from your new center channel speaker.
1 Parts Inventory
The MK442 speaker package includes the following items:
• 1 Dayton Audio MK442 speaker
2 Installation Tools
No tools are required for installation of the MK442 speaker. Due to its rear-
ported design, shelf placement is recommended.
3 Speaker Placement
The purpose of a center channel loudspeaker is to provide clear, intelligible
audio that is localized to the screen. The ideal location for your MK442 center
channel speaker is centered above or below your TV or projection screen. For
optimum performance, place the speaker at least 3" away from any wall or
other surface. The MK442 speaker features soft non- marking rubber feet to
allow vibration-free shelf placement.
CAUTION:
The MK442 center channel speaker is compact in size, but
substantial in weight. Be sure that the shelf is anchored to the structure of
the building via a stud or drywall insert, to prevent potential damage or injury.
4 Speaker Connection
Use a good quality wire for the connection between your Dayton Audio
loudspeaker and the amplifier. For longer runs, heavier wire should be used.
For proper performance in a home theater surround sound environment, all
speakers in the surround sound system must be connected correctly with
proper polarity. All 2-conductor wire is marked in some way to help you do this.
One side will be marked with a colored stripe, a raised rib, or a different colored
conductor. Use the marked side for the “red” connections.
5 Caring For Your Speakers
Clean your speakers by wiping with a damp, lint-free cloth. The finish of your
speakers can be maintained and enhanced by periodic use of a surface
protectant such as “Armor All
®
”. The grills may be vacuumed or gently tapped
or brushed to remove dust and debris.
POWER RATING NOTE:
Almost any speaker can be used successfully
with almost any amplifier. Conversely, almost any speaker can be damaged
by almost any amplifier—despite either unit’s power rating. The published
power rating is accurate only if the volume level is never set above the point of
audible distortion. Distortion is an indication that the amplifier or loudspeaker
is operating beyond its design limits, and damage may occur – often within
seconds. If you hear distortion, immediately reduce the volume. The MK442
is designed to be used with stereo equipment rated from 5 to 80 watts and
capable of 4 ohm operation.
Dayton Audio loudspeakers are designed to reproduce music and speech in a
home environment at moderate volume levels. When used within their limits,
Dayton Audio loudspeakers will provide many years of trouble free performance.
