om design series manual
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CABLES AND AMPLIFICATION
Use the best quality speaker cables you have available.
The length and type of speaker cable used in your
system can have an audible effect and allow you to
maximize the transmission of power from your
amplifier to the speakers.
We recommend, if possible, that short runs of speaker
cable connect the power amplifier(s) and speakers and
that high-quality long interconnect cables be used to
connect the preamplifier and power amplifier. This
results in the power amplifiers being close to the
speakers, which may be practically or cosmetically
difficult. However, if the length of the speaker cables
can be reduced to a few meters, sonic advantages
may be obtained.
WARNING! Turn your amplifier off before making
or breaking any signal connections!
CONNECTING YOUR
SPEAKERS TO YOUR SYSTEM
All of the models in the OM Design Series feature high
quality gold plated binding post connectors. The
OMD-R uses a slightly different design of binding post
connectors then the other models in this series,
allowing the speaker to be mounted flush to the wall.
The functionality of all connectors is the same, and as
such the following description can be applied to all
models.
The OM Design series will accept a variety of
connector types including spade lugs, banana plugs,
or pin type connectors. The best connector in our
opinion is the "Spade lug" as it provides more contact
area with the terminal and allows the binding post to
be tightened for a secure connection. Audiophiles and
novices alike have preferences as to which connector
type they favor, speak with your Authorized Mirage
retailer as to which is the best for your Audio Video
System. Rest assured, plain speaker wire is more than
acceptable, you can always upgrade your wires and/or
connectors later on.
Remove the plastic red or black insert. The plastic
insert is a mandatory security measure, as dictated by
many local and federal government associations.
To Connect your speaker system: Start at one speaker,
and connect one channel at a time, starting with the
front speakers. Always ensure that the entire A/V
system is powered OFF before performing any
connections. The positive and negative (red and black)
sides of the speaker terminals MUST match the
positive and negative (red and black) terminals of the
receiver or amplifier. If they do not match, abnormal
sound and a lack of bass response will result. After
connecting the front speakers, connect the rest of the
speakers to their appropriate channels of the receiver
or amplifier. The three connection methods and their
explanations include:
