Page 2 - Important Safety Instructions
2 Important Safety Instructions WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the pres-ence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within t...
Page 3 - Regulatory Compliance Statements
3 Regulatory Compliance Statements Applies to only American Users: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digi-tal device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a resi-d...
Page 4 - MicroSystem9000 II Specifications; MicroSystem9500 Specifications
4 MicroSystem9000 II Specifications System Frequency Response (±3dB) 29–20,000Hz Recommended Amplifier Power 15–125 watts Nominal Impedance 8 ohms Sensitivity (1 watt [2.83v] at 1m) 89dB Subwoofer Amplifier Power 120 watts continuous, 4 Ω ; <0.5% THD, 100 watts, 20–150Hz Bass Unit (Micro90pv II s...
Page 5 - How to Wire Your Speakers; Description
How to Wire Your Speakers You need to wire your speakers correctly to obtain the best sound quality and the proper image. Wiring should just take a few minutes, but it’s important to do it carefully, since incorrect wiring (such as reversed connections) can result in a poor soundstage or poor bass. ...
Page 6 - Connecting Your MicroSystem
Insert the wire in the hole and tighten. To connect two wires to one terminal, first twist them together. Then insert the wire in the hole and tighten. 6 Connecting Your MicroSystem Speaker-Level Connections The simplest way to wire either system is via speaker connections. Wired in this way, the su...
Page 9 - Dolby Pro Logic Systems
9 Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Digital Line-Level System Connection Using the line-level connection to the subwoofer generally results in a cleaner system sound, since the receiver’s amplifier no longer has to reproduce the difficult low bass information that can push it into audible distortion (also k...
Page 10 - Dolby Digital Systems
10 Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Digital Line-Level System Connection (cont.) Dolby Digital Systems The recommended wiring for all Dolby Digital receivers is to use both speaker wire and line-level connections to the subwoofer, as shown below. Use an RCA cable (not included) to connect your receiver’s S...
Page 11 - Subwoofer Volume Control
11 Subwoofer Volume Control Volume: Adjusts the sound level of the subwoofer. If you are using the speaker-level connections, begin with a setting at about the 10:00 o’clock position. When using the line-level connections, begin with a setting around 11:00 o’clock. Your actual setting may vary due t...
Page 12 - How to Place Your Speakers; Rear Satellite Placement
12 How to Place Your Speakers Room placement is one of the most important factors for sound quality. Taking a few minutes to try different placements ensures that your speakers will sound best in your listening environment. Front SatellitePlacement We recommend that you center the two satellites in ...
Page 13 - Setting Up Your Home Theater System; Placement of Rubber Feet; or
13 Setting Up Your Home Theater System Volume Levels: To obtain the best home theater effect, match the sound levels of each speaker. Home theater systems include a test signal that simplifies this level matching. Refer to the instruc- tions provided with your surround-sound electronics. Center Chan...
Page 14 - Listening Levels and Power Handling
14 Install a #8 or #10 mounting screw on the wall (not supplied–consult a knowl- edgeable installer regarding the proper hardware to use on your wall surface). Attach the bracket to the back of the speaker with the machine screw and acorn nut as shown. If you are running wires behind the wall, make ...
Page 15 - Limited Warranty; If Service Seems Necessary
15 Limited Warranty For five years from the date of purchase, Boston Acoustics will repair for the original owner any defect in materials or workmanship that occurs in the normal use of the Micro90x II and Micro80x II satellites, and Micro90c II center channel speaker without charge for parts and la...
Page 16 - Notes
300 Jubilee DrivePeabody, MA 01960 U.S.A.978.538.5000www.bostonacoustics.com DCD is a trademark and PowerVent, BassTrac, MagnaGuard, Boston, and Boston Acoustics areregistered trademarks of Boston Acoustics, Inc.Dolby and Dolby Pro Logic are registered trade-marks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Cor...