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IMPORTANT SAFElY
INSTRUCfIONS -
READ CAREFULLY!
READ INSTRUCTIONS: All safety and operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: Safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS: All warnings on the product & operation instructions
should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
CLEANING: Unplug the product from the wall before cleaning. Do not use
aerosol or liquid cleaners, just a damp cloth.
DO NOT EXPOSURE THE SPEAKERS TO DIRECT RAINFALL OR SUBMERGE THEM
UNDERWATER - PERMANENT DAMAGE WILL RESULT
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: The product should be serviced by qualified
personnel when:
A. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change
in performance; or
B. Product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
C. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
MIRAGE OS3 SERIES
Please take the time to read all of the instructions contained in this manual to
make certain your system is properly connected and functioning correctly.
Please retain the carton and packing materials for this Mirage product to protect
it in the event it ever has to be shipped to a service center for repairs. Product
received damaged by a service center that has been shipped by an end user in
anything other than the original packaging will be repaired, refurbished, and
properly packaged for return shipment at the end user's expense.
INTRODUCTION
We are proud to welcome you as a new owner of a Mirage speaker system. The
finest components and materials are manufactured to exacting standards and
tested with sophisticated manufacturing and quality control techniques to
ensure exceptiQnal performance that is superior to speakers costing several times
their price. This approach to the development of the Mirage 05
3
has resulted in a
significant improvement over other system designs in terms of performance and
aesthetics.
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THE OS3 SERIES
The main goal of the new 05
3
was to provide a series of speakers with the most
natural, accurate performance that could excel at both home theater and music
reproduction. This was accomplished by using Mirage's newest proprietary
Omnipolar technology. Omnipolar technology produces the same amount of
direct and reflected sound as live events for the most realistic experience of
either music or home theater.
WHAT EXACTLY IS OMNIPOLAR?
Omnipolar technology uses natural room reflections to create a greater sense of
realism. This is accomplished by recreating the same ratio of direct to reflected
sound - 70% reflected and 30% direct, that is typically found in performance
spaces. A conventional speaker only produces 30% reflected sound. It is the
additional reflected sound provided by a Mirage Omnipolar speaker that creates
a miraculous three-dimensional sound experience in your home.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
The Mirage 05
3
has been designed for high performance in a wide variety of
settings, but here are a few helpful hints that will help to maximize performance
and your enjoyment.
LEFT AND RIGHT CHANNELS
A general guideline for speaker placement is to set up the space between
speaker and listener at approximately ,-, /2 times the distance between the
speakers. For example, if the speakers were ideally placed a minimum of 6 feet
apart, the best seating position would be 9 feet away.
Ideal height would position the speaker at approximately ear level when the
listener is in a seated position. For the 05
3
satellite, this can be accomplished by
using the recommended 05
3
stand.
CENTER CHANNEl
A center channel can be expected to reproduce as much as 60% of a movie's
soundtrack, most of which is dialogue. In order to maintain the effect of voices
emanating from the actor's mouth, the 05
3
CC should be centrally located
between the left and right 05
3
speakers and be placed above or below the
television.
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SURROUND CHANNEL
The surround speakers should be positioned adjacent to and slightly behind the
primary listening area, on the rear or side wall or on the ceiling to provide a
sense of spaciousness and ambience for all Surround Sound formats. These
speakers should ideally be placed above ear level for best performance. See
diagram 3.
MOUNTING OPTIONS
OS3 SATELLITE
The small size and Omnipolar dispersion of the versatile OSJ Satellite speakers
permits them to be easily wall mounted. The OSJ Satellite comes equipped with
its own specifically designed wall bracket. The bracket allows for two simple
installation alternatives:
a. Carefully drive a #8 screw into a stud in the wall, leaving approximately 1/4 inch
of the screw exposed, then mount the OSJ Satellite like you would a picture.
Note: Failure to attach the screw safely to a secure spot on the wall can result in
damage or injury. When mounting the speaker at a height of under six feet,
orient the OSJ Satellite in an upright position. Slide the head of the screw into
the wide portion of the channel opening and slide the OSJ Satellite downward
until it sits in position. When mounting the speaker at a height of over six feet,
orient the OSJ Satellite in an upside down position so the grille is facing the floor
and use the bottom key-way channel. Slide the head of the screw into the wide
portion of the channel opening and slide the OSJ Satellite downward until it sits
in position. See Diagrams 2a, 3
b. Start by marking the bracket's screw positions on the wall with a pencil, then
screw the bracket to the wall. Drywall anchors are recommended for any drywall
wall mount installation to ensure a solid installation. After the bracket has been
mounted to the wall, the OSJ Satellite speaker can simply be mounted to the
bracket by tightening the included bolt to the bottom of the OSJ. See Diagrams
2b,3
CEILING MOUNT: The OSJ Satellite speakers can also be ceiling mounted. Please
follow the same instructions outlined in section b above.
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OS3 CC CENTER CHANNEL
1. Choose the desired mounting position. If possible, find a position on the wall
that allows the OSJ CC to be mounted directly to a wall stud. Attach the
mounting template (included in the box) to the desired position by using tape or
small nails. (Diagram 6)
IMPORTANT: The arrows on the template should point in the same direction.
as the grill. If the 05
3
CC is mounted below 6 feet, the grille should face
upwards and therefore the arrows on the template should also point
upwards. If the 05
3
CC is mounted above 6 feet, the grille should face
downwards, and similarly the arrows on the template should also point
downwards.
2. Using a level, ensure the template is attached level to the wall. It is critical that
the template is level as a mistake at this stage will result in uneven mounting of
(Diagram 7)
3. Outline the two rectangular boxes. Mark the smaller box with an X. The smaller
box is needed for the wire management outlining the recommended wall cut-
out. (Diagram 8)
4. After the template has been removed, use a drywall saw to cut out the smaller
rectangular box marked with an X. Please note that this step is only required if
the wires will be fed through the wall. If a different wire management system is
being used, please ignore this step. (Diagram 9)
5. Mount the wall bracket into position. The use of proper anchors for all screws is
required to ensure a secure installation. Please note that screws and anchors are
not included in the OSJ CC package. (Diagram 10)
6. Feed the wires through the hole cut out. (Diagram 11)
7. Connect the wires to the appropriate binding posts at the back of the OSJ CC
IMPORTANT: Connect the speaker wire from the positive (RED +) terminal on
the amplifier to the positive (RED+) terminal on the speaker. Connect the
negative (BLACK-) terminal on the amplifier to the negative (BLACK-)
terminal on the speaker.
8. After the wires are connected, hang the OS3 CC on the wall bracket. Center
the OS3 CC and push down lightly on the speaker to achieve a tight fit between
the speaker and the bracket. If the speaker is not centered. repeat this step.
(Diagram 12)
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BOOKSHELF/ENTERTAINMENT
UNIT PLACEMENT
The small size and Omnipolar dispersion of the versatile 05
3
Satellite and as)
center channel speakers permits them to be easily placed, among other places, in
a bookshelf. To maximize the Omnipolar dispersion potential, bring the speaker
as close to the front of the cabinet as possible.
CONNECTIONS
The Mirage 05
3
series is equipped with high quality binding posts that permit
the use of banana plugs, spades, or a bare wire connection. Connect the speaker
wire from the positive (RED +) terminal on the amp to the positive (RED+)
terminal on the speaker. Connect the negative (BLACK-) terminal on the
amplifier to the negative (BLACK-) terminal on the speaker.
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WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY
IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
MIRAGE<IIl warrants this product to the retail purchaser against
any failure resulting from original manufacturing defects in workmanship or
materials. The warranty is in effect for a period of: Passive Speakers: five (5) years,
Powered Subwoofers including the speaker - one (1) year from date of purchase from
an authorized MIRAGE<IIl dealer and is valid only if the original dated bill of sale is
presented when service is required.
The warranty does not cover damage caused during shipment, by accident, misuse,
abuse, neglect, unauthorized product modification, failure to follow the instructions
outlined in the owner's manual, failure to perform routine maintenance, damage
resulting from unauthorized repairs or claims based upon misrepresentations of the
warranty by the seller.
WARRANTY SERVICE
If you require service for your MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems speaker(s) at any time
during the warranty period, please contact:
1) the dealer from whom you purchased the product(s), or
2) MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems SERVICE - Tel: [phone].
3) Additional service centers can be found by checking the MIRAGE<IIl Speaker
Systems website: www.miragespeakers.com.
You will be responsible for transporting the speakers in adequate packaging to
protect them from damage in transit and for the shipping costs to an authorized
MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems service center or to MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems. If the
product is returned for repair to MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems the costs of the return
shipment to you will be paid by MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems, provided the repairs
concerned fall within the Limited Warranty. The MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems Warranty
is limited to repair or replacement of MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems products. It does
not cover any incidental or consequential damage of any kind. If the provisions in
any advertisement, packing cartons or literature differ from those specified in this
warranty, the terms of the Limited Warranty prevail.
GARANTIE
GARANTIE AUX
ETATS-UNIS ET AU CANADA
La societe MIRAGE<IIl garantit cet appareil contre toute defectuosite attribuable aux
pieces d'origine et a la maind'oeuvre. Cette garantie est valide pendant une periode
de cinq (5) ans (enceinte passif) et de un (1) an (extremes-graves) a partir de la date
d'achat aupres d'un revendeur MIRAGE<IIl agree; la garantie ne sera honoree que
sur presentation d'une piece justificative de la date d'achat.
La garantie ne couvre aucun dommage subi pendant Ie transport ou imputable a un
accident, a une utilisation impropre ou abusive, a la negligence, a une modification
non autorisee, a la non-observance des instructions decrites dans Ie manuel de
I'utilisateur ou des directives d'entretien, ni aucun dommage subi par suite de
reparations non autorisees ou de reclamations fondees sur une mauvaise
interpretation des conditions de la presente garantie par Ie revendeur.
SERVICE SOUS GARANTIE
Dans I'eventualite ou une reparation deviendrait necessaire pendant la periode de
couverture de la garantie, communiquez avec:
1) Ie revendeur aupres de qui I' appareil a ete achete, ou
2) Service MIRAGE<!> Speaker Systems - Tel.: [phone].
3) Pour connaltre I'adresse de tous nos centres de service, consultez Ie site web
d'MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems a www.miragespeakers.com.
Le proprietaire de "appareil est responsable de son emballage et de tous frais
d'expedition a un centre de service MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems agree. Si I'appareil
est expedie a MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems aux fins de reparation, les frais de
reexpedition seront assumes par MIRAGE<IIl Speaker Systems a la condition que les
reparations effectuees soient couvertes par la garantie. La garantie est limitee a la
reparation ou au remplacement des appareils fabriques et distribues par MIRAGE<IIl
Speaker Systems. Elle ne couvre aucun dommage indirect ou consecutif de quelque
nature que ce soil. Si les conditions accompagnant toute publicite, emballage ou
documentation divergent de celles de la presente garantie, les conditions de la
presente garantie prevaudront.

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