MTX MP52W User manual

MODEL MP52B/MODEL MP52W
Owners Manual

CONGRATULATIONS
...on your purchase of MTX multi-purpose loudspeakers.Your new
loudspeakers represent years of thorough research and development in
the most modern techniques of speaker design and engineering. Using
advanced technology and high quality electronics and components,
MTX loudspeakers assure you of exceptional performance and value.
Your speakers were examined very carefully during and after
manufacturing to assure all quality standards were met or exceeded. If
damage as a result of shipping and handling has occurred, please
contact the shipper or your dealer immediately.
Thank you for selecting MTX when you made your audio equipment
purchase.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Parts Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Center Channel Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Bookshelf Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Floor Stand Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Bracket Mount Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,8
Painting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Grill Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Wiring Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Set Up Guide, Home Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,12
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
1

INTRODUCTION
About the MP52 Multi Purpose Speaker
The MTX MP52 may be the most comprehensive
loudspeaker design ever conceived. The unparalleled
application flexibility afforded by this design gives you the
freedom to listen to music almost anywhere and in just
about any possible configuration.
Features
•1” PEF Dome Tweeter
Extended high frequency response and well controlled off
axis response are achieved by using a hot pressed high
performance PEF dome tweeter. This particular design
offers the “sweet” sound of a soft dome tweeter while
incorporating durable, weather resistant materials. The
tweeter is also magnetically shielded to minimize color
distortion of your TV when used as a home theater system
center channel or front main speaker.
•Dual 5” Woofers
The mineral filled polypropylene cones and butyl rubber
surrounds of the MP52 are combined with a computer
optimized magnetically shielded motor structure and long
wind voice coils to provide extended low bass response.
The MTM design allows the dual woofers to mesh perfectly
with the dome tweeter to provide excellent frequency
response characteristics, both on and off axis, across the
majority of the audible frequency spectrum.
•Weather Resistant Design
All of the material used in the construction of the Model
MP52 were chosen for their environmental stability as well
as their sonic characteristics.
2

MP52 PARTS GUIDE
A
B
1. Input Terminals
2. Threaded Inserts
3. Brass Thumb Screws
4. Aluminum Bracket
5. Self Adhesive Cabinet Feet
6. B-Type Bracket Mount End Cap
7. A-Type Standard End Cap
8. Grill
9. Grill Adhesive
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7
7
4
3
1
2
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8
9
3

4
MP52 CONFIGURATION GUIDE
CENTER CHANNEL
Remove the B-Type end caps, brass thumb screws, and
aluminum mounting bracket. Replace the brass thumb
screws in each end of the cabinet and snap A-Type end
caps into place. Then simply place the self adhesive cabinet
feet in the appropriate locations to protect the MP52 cabinet
and whatever surface that it will sit on.
A-TYPE
CAP
A-TYPE
CAP
SELF ADHESIVE
CABINET FEET

5
MP52 CONFIGURATION GUIDE
BOOKSHELF
Remove the B-Style end caps, brass thumb screws, and
aluminum mounting bracket. Replace the brass thumb
screws in each end of the cabinet and snap A-Type end
caps into place. Then simply place the self adhesive cabinet
feet in the appropriate locations to protect the MP52 cabinet
and whatever surface that it will sit on.
A-TYPE
CAP
A-TYPE
CAP
SELF ADHESIVE
CABINET FEET

MP52 CONFIGURATION GUIDE
FLOOR STAND
Remove the B-Type end caps, brass thumb screws, and
aluminum mounting bracket. Replace the brass thumb
screws in the top of the cabinet and snap an A-Type end
cap into place. Then simply mount the MP52 to the
recommended Studio Tech SN-A stands using a 1/4-20 1”
long hex head bolt. (Not Included)
A-TYPE
CAP
STUDIO TECH
SN-A STANDS
RECOMMENDED
1/4-20
1”LONG
BOLT
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7
MP52 CONFIGURATION GUIDE
BRACKET MOUNTING
B
B-STYLE
CAP
B-STYLE
CAP
BRASS
THUMB
SCREW
BRASS
THUMB
SCREW
ALUMINUM
BRACKET

MP52 CONFIGURATION GUIDE
BRACKET MOUNTING
1) Remove the B-Type end caps, brass thumb screws, and
aluminum mounting bracket.
2) Hold the bracket up to the desired mounting surface.
Being careful to leave enough space for tightening the brass
thumb screws and installing the B-Type end caps.
Please Note: Although the speaker can be mounted either
horizontally or vertically, the MTM type of design used in the
MP52 will produce a more evenly distributed sound through
out the listening area if mounted vertically.
3 Use a level or measuring tape to insure that the bracket is
square with its surroundings.
4) Mark the locations of the bracket mounting screw holes.
5) Drill pilot holes (if required) into the mounting surface.
6) Pull the speaker wire through the center hole in the
bracket.
7) Attach the bracket to the mounting surface.
Please Note:
The MP52 weighs approximately 9.5 pounds, use only
hardware that will support this type of load.
8) Slide the MP52 cabinet into the mounting bracket and
secure with the two brass thumb screws.
9) Adjust the MP52 cabinet for the desired angle and
tighten the thumb screws.
10) Attach the B-Type end caps by inserting the cap
mounting tab into the slot in the back of the speaker baffle.
Then snap the cap down onto the brass thumb screws.
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9
PAINTING
Carefully remove the spring clip on the back of the grill logo
and remove the logo. Mask the baffle area of the speaker
cabinet out to the grill mounting groove. If you are going to
mount the MP52 using the supplied wall bracket it is best to
also mask off the foam rubber bracket gaskets at the top
and bottom of the speaker cabinet. Almost any type of paint
can be used but best results will be had using a quick
drying enamel or lacquer spray paint. For best results
always follow the paint manufacturers recommendations for
proper application. After painting the cabinet, grill and
applicable end caps allow the paint to dry thoroughly.
GRILL ASSEMBLY
Place the four grill adhesive strips in the groove located at
the outer rim of the baffle. Carefully snap the grill into place
and rotate the logo for proper orientation.