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TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Important Safety Precautions .... ii General Operating Instructions . iii Introduction ................................ 1 Monster Home Theater Secrets 2 Specifications for Monster ® THX ™ Select™ Certified Speakers .................................................................................5 Speaker Placement Guidelines ...............................................................................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR MONSTER® THX™ SELECT™ CERTIFIED POWERED SUBWOOFERS AND BASS MODULES Please read and observe the following safety points at all times. WARNING – Power Sources Do not plug your Monster THX Select Certified Powered Subwoofer/Bass Module into a power outlet that differs from what it was designed for. If you don’t know the type of electrical power that is supplied to your home, please consult your local power company.
GENERAL OPERATING PRECAUTIONS CAUTION – DO NOT OPERATE YOUR AMPLIFIER OR AV RECEIVER AT POWER OUTPUT LEVELS WHICH EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED POWER HANDLING CAPACITY. Your amplifier or AV receiver is designed to operate within a very specific power output rating (consult your equipment manufacturer’s owner’s manual for specifications). Regardless of what your amplifier/AV receiver power output rating is (large or small), if you exceed this rating (i.e.
INTRODUCTION A Note from the Head Monster Dear Enthusiast, THANK YOU for purchasing my Monster® THX™ Select™ Certified speakers. With these speakers you will enjoy many hours of unforgettable movie and music experiences. Personally, I love the excitement of going to see a movie, and the passion and dynamics of virtuoso music performances. Like many of you, I’m a critical listener and want my home theater to give me the same thrilling experience I enjoy at the movies or at a concert.
TEN MONSTER HOME THEATER “SECRETS” What You May Need to Know About Setting Up a Home Theater Music System for Dramatic, Thrilling Audio SECRET NO. 1: Understanding the Difference Between a Home Theater for Movies and a Home Theater for Movies and Music Movies – Traditionally, most home theaters featured surround channel speakers that produced sound both ambient and enveloping.
SECRET NO. 4: Place Front Speakers on an Arc, Not a Line A common mistake made in home theater setups is to place the three front speakers on the same vertical plane with a large format television. The result: the center speaker is closer to the listener area than the left and right speakers, which results in time-misalignment. Although this can be corrected with the distance control in many AV receivers, the best solution is to physically place the speakers equidistant to the listener.
SECRET NO. 8: How Using Pink Noise Can Fine Tune Your Home Theater You can purchase a pink noise generator, or a pink noise disk, at your local consumer electronics retailer or by shopping online. Some AV receivers also generate pink noise test tones. Pink noise is a type of white noise with equal energy at all frequencies, which is optimal when fine tuning a home theater.
MONSTER® THX™ SELECT™ CERTIFIED SPEAKERS SPECIFICATIONS MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED TOWER SPEAKER 200 THX SL200-TWR ® ™ ™ Product Features: Every Monster THX Select Certified Speaker is made from the highest quality materials with advanced technologies and unique features that ensure maximum performance and aesthetic appeal. a e b f g c d h Technical Specifications: CROSSOVER TYPE 3-Way MAGNETICALLY SHIELDED Yes WOOFER 7" (18cm) KEVLAR® 2 ® MIDRANGE 7" (18cm) KEVLAR 1 TWEETER 1" (2.
MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED MONITOR SPEAKER 100 THX SL100-MTR ® ™ ™ Product Features: Every Monster THX Select Certified Speaker is made from the highest quality materials with advanced technologies and unique features that ensure maximum performance and aesthetic appeal. a b d c g f e h a. Time-aligned, neodymium magnet free-air tweeter b. Rigid, responsive 7" Kevlar® woofer mid bass driver with die-cast frames c. 24k gold contact bi-wire capable binding posts d.
MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED MONITOR SPEAKER 200 THX SL200-MTR ® ™ ™ Product Features: Every Monster THX Select Certified Speaker is made from the highest quality materials with advanced technologies and unique features that ensure maximum performance and aesthetic appeal. a. 1" Silk tweeter with low resonance frequency b. 2 rigid, responsive 7" Kevlar® midbass drivers with die-cast frames c. 24k gold contact bi-wire capable binding posts d. 24k gold contact, custom fitted jumper straps e e.
MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED DIPOLE SURROUND SPEAKER 100 THX SL100-DSR ® ™ ™ Product Features: Every Monster THX Select Certified Speaker is made from the highest quality materials with advanced technologies and unique features that ensure maximum performance and aesthetic appeal. a. Rigid, responsive 7" Kevlar® mid-bass with die-cast frame b. 2 - 1" silk dome tweeters with low resonance frequency c. 24k gold contact bi-wire capable binding posts d.
MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED TOWER BASS MODULE 200 THX SL200-PSM ® ™ ™ Product Features: Every Monster THX Select Certified Speaker is made from the highest quality materials with advanced technologies and unique features that ensure maximum performance and aesthetic appeal.
MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED SUBWOOFER 200 THX SL200-SW ® ™ ™ Product Features: Every Monster THX Select Certified Speaker is made from the highest quality materials with advanced technologies and unique features that ensure maximum performance and aesthetic appeal. a. e a c f h b g d i Lightweight, rigid 12" cone b. Powerful 200 Watt internal amplifier c. Phase control switch d. Automatic “Power On” circuitry e. 24k gold contact binding posts for speaker level signal f.
MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED SPEAKER STANDS THX SL-STAND 100 THX SL-STAND 200 ® ™ ™ Product Features: Every Monster THX Select Certified Speaker Stand is made from the highest quality materials with advanced technologies and unique features that ensure maximum performance and aesthetic appeal. Stand for Monitor 100 e b a. c a 27" tall for optimal tweeter height b. Beautiful hardwood veneer top and bottom c. Aluminum center supports d.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT GUIDELINES WHETHER YOU USE YOUR HOME THEATER TO ENJOY MOVIES, MUSIC, OR BOTH, WE HAVE A MONSTER® THX™ SELECT™ CERTIFIED SPEAKER CONFIGURATION TO MAXIMIZE YOUR LISTENING EXPERIENCE Choosing the right speaker configuration and placement depends on how you use your home theater.
Installing Non-Conductive Spike Covers Monster THX Select Certified speakers include non-conductive spike covers for certain installations. You can connect your Monster THX Select Certified Monitor 100 or 200 to your Monster THX Select Certified Tower Bass Module 200 to create a full-range speaker with optimum performance. You can make this connection without additional speaker cable by inserting the conductive spikes on the Monitor 100 or 200 into the conductive spike rests on the Tower Bass Module 200.
Placement of Front Channel Speakers To maintain proper sonic performance during music and movie playback, proper positioning of the front speakers is crucial. When placed properly, your speakers will form a “sweet spot” at the main listening position. Forming the sweet spot correctly will allow for an accurate soundstage during music and movie playback. Directions: 1. Place the center channel speaker (3) in position first (usually determined by mounting method; i.e. furniture shelf, top of TV, etc.).
Physical Placement of Center Channel Speaker All Monitor 200 Speakers come with four plugs and four rubber feet for horizontal mounting. Rubber Foot 4 pc Plug 4 pc Insert the 4 plugs in the holes at the end of the speaker to cover the conductive spike screw holes. Arrange the four rubber feet as shown in the diagram below. Connect the speaker cable to the Monitor 200. Set the speaker directly on the rubber feet horizontally with drivers facing the listening area.
Vertical Placement of Center Channel Speaker Proper vertical positioning of the center channel speaker is important for a wide and deep soundstage. When positioning, we recommend that the centerline of the center channel speaker not be more than 24 inches from the centerline of the left and right channel speakers to meet THX specifications (see illustration). If this is not possible, place speakers so that they are as close to 24" as possible.
Placement of Subwoofers If you have chosen to set up a four-subwoofer system, the best locations for the subwoofers are the four corners of the room. This configuration will provide the best possible bass response from both movies and music. If you have chosen to set up a two-subwoofer system, the best locations for the subwoofers are the two corners at the front of the room (Option A), on either side of the listening area (Option B) or in the two corners at the back of the room (Option C).
Placement of Surround Speakers Surround speaker placement is as simple as setting up your front left and right channel speakers. Use the measurement you recorded when placing your front speakers (a to b on page 14), and use that same distance to place your surround speakers on an arc around the sweet spot (e to f on page 14). If you are using dipole speakers (2), they are designed to be mounted on the side walls of the room.
Wall-Mounting of Dipole Surround Speakers WARNING: While mounting your Dipole Speaker is not a complicated process, it does require a certain level of expertise. DO NOT attempt mounting without adequate tools and knowledge. If you do self-mount, you will need a second person to assist. Monster ® and THX™ assume no responsibility for any damage to property or personal injury while mounting a Dipole 100 Speaker.
RECOMMENDED SPEAKER CONFIGURATIONS AND PLACEMENT FOR HOME THEATER MUSIC AND HOME THEATER (MOVIES ONLY) SYSTEMS. No. 1: “Best” Home Theater Music System The “Best” Home Theater Music system configuration will have four full-range towers for reproduction of point-source specific audio in a 360° multi-channel music soundfield, one center channel speaker, and four subwoofers for the best possible bass reproduction.
No. 2: “Better” Home Theater Music System The “Better” Home Theater Music system configuration will have four full-range towers for reproduction of point-source specific audio in a 360° multi-channel music soundfield, one center channel speaker, and two subwoofers at the front corners for tight, clean bass.
No. 3: “Good” Home Theater Music System The “Good” Home Theater Music system configuration will have four full-range towers for reproduction of point-source specific audio in a 360° multi-channel music soundfield, one center channel speaker, and a single subwoofer for low bass reproduction.
No. 4: “Best” Home Theater (Movies Only) System A movie-specific system may be configured many different ways with multiple choices for bass and LFE output. The ultimate performance system configuration will have four full-range towers, one center channel speaker and four subwoofers at the front corners for tight, clean bass.
No 5: “Better” Home Theater (Movies Only) System The “Better” Home Theater (Movies only) system configuration will have two full-range towers, one center channel speaker, two monitor speakers on stands, and two subwoofers at the front corners for tight, clean bass.
No. 6: “Good” Home Theater (Movies Only) System The “Good” Home Theater Music system configuration will have two full-range towers, one center channel speaker, two wall-mounted dipole speakers, and a single subwoofer for low bass reproduction.
SPEAKER CONNECTIONS MONSTER® THX™ SELECT™ CERTIFIED SPEAKER SYSTEMS CAN BE CONNECTED IN A VARIETY OF WAYS. WHILE MOST OF THE CONNECTIONS ARE STRAIGHTFORWARD, SEVERAL VARIATIONS ARE A BIT MORE CHALLENGING. PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE SECTION FIRST BEFORE CONNECTING YOUR SPEAKERS. Before You Begin: • Turn off all of the audio components in your system. • Read through your audio components owner’s manuals to confirm their connection and setup procedures.
Bi-Wire / Bi-Amp Connection If you wish to use separate amplifier channels for the highs and mids of your Monster THX Select Certified Speakers, remove the jumper straps between the terminals and connect the high-pass and low-pass connections between the appropriate positive and negative terminals on both bi-amp and speaker.
Connecting Your Tower Bass Module 200 and Subwoofer 200 The Tower Bass Module 200 and Subwoofer 200 can be connected in several ways. If your AV receiver has a THX-certified processor, the subwoofers should be connected using the line level connection to the subwoofer output. This connection maintains the benefits of THX certification. Using Line Level Subwoofer Connections Using the subwoofer output from your AV receiver is the best way to connect your subwoofers and bass modules used as subwoofers.
Connecting Your Monster THX Select Certified Tower Bass Modules 200 The Tower Bass Module 200 can act as either a woofer for a full-range tower speaker (when paired with a Monitor 100 or 200), or as a standalone subwoofer. If your Bass Module 200 is intended to be used as part of a full-range speaker connection with a Monitor 100 or 200, please refer to page 31 for output matching instructions.
SPEAKER TUNING, CALIBRATION & BALANCING THE FOLLOWING STEPS ALLOW FOR PROPER CALIBRATION OF YOUR MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED SPEAKER SYSTEM. TO COMPLETE THE CALIBRATION OF THE SYSTEM YOU WILL NEED THE OWNER’S MANUAL INCLUDED WITH YOUR AV RECEIVER. ALL RECEIVERS ARE DIFFERENT AND THE STEPS FOR SETUP AND CALIBRATION SHOULD BE FOLLOWED CLOSELY.
Powered Subwoofer Bass Modules FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO ADJUST THE OUTPUT OF YOUR POWERED SUBWOOFER BASS MODULES TO MATCH MONSTER THX SELECT CERTIFIED MONITOR 100 OR MONITOR 200 SPEAKERS IF MODE SWITCH IS SET TO “SUB”. THIS MUST BE DONE PRIOR TO ADJUSTING THE LEVELS WITHIN YOUR AV RECEIVER. 1. Disconnect Monitor speakers from Bass Modules. 2. Set the output in your AV receiver for the channel you are adjusting to “LARGE.” 3. Turn on one of the Bass Modules. 4.
SYSTEM CALIBRATION AND FINE TUNING For the best possible performance, your AV receiver needs to be calibrated and the system fine tuned. Follow the instructions included with your AV receiver on how to calibrate your system. Fine Tuning The four steps necessary to properly fine tune your system with Monster THX Select Certified Speakers are, in order: 1. Phase Correction (Polarity) 2. Levels 3. Distance 4. Equalization Phase Correction (Polarity) First, verify the correct polarity of all speakers.
SPEAKER SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Response Sensitivity Power Handling (MAX) Impedance Amplifier Power Monitor 100 55Hz - 20KHz 89 dB 200W 4 N/A Monitor 200 50Hz - 20KHz 92 dB 300W 4 N/A Dipole 100 55Hz - 22KHz 88 dB 200W 8 N/A Tower 200 40Hz - 22KHz 92 dB 300W 4 N/A Bass Module 200 20Hz - 350Hz N/A N/A 4 200W Subwoofer 200 20Hz - 350Hz N/A N/A 4 200W THX Quantity 7" Driver 1" Silk Monitor 100 1 1 Monitor 200 2 1 Dipole 100 1 2 Tower 200 3 1 10" Driver
© 2005 Monster, LLC. “Monster”,“Monster THX Select”,“Monster Power”,“Monster Cable”,“Home Theater Music”, the Monster logo and the Monster THX logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Monster, LLC. “THX”, “THX Select”, the THX logo and the THX Select logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. All other product names, marks and logos are trademarks of their respective holders. Monster THX Select Certified speakers are designed in the USA and manufactured to Monster quality specifications in China.
