PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM
Before deciding where to best place your speakers, survey your room and study Figures 1 and 2.
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Figure 1. In this overhead view of a typical 5-channel installation, satellite speakers are used to reproduce sound for the front and surround channels. The center channel reproduces sound and dialogue. The powered subwoofer provides bass for effects and music.
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Figure 2.This overhead view shows a typical home theater plan. Left/right rear channels are for a 7-channel system. Center rear channel is for a 6-channel system.
PLACEMENT
NOTE: The satellite speakers can be placed directly on a shelf using one of the three included shelf stands, or mounted on a wall using the included wall brackets. Optional floor stands and
Left and Right Front Channels
For left and right front channels, place one satellite to the left and another to the right of the television, as shown in Figure 1. Since the speakers are magnetically shielded, you can place them very close to the TV without worrying about the magnetic field distorting the picture.
Surround Channels
For left and right surround channels, place one speaker on the left and another on the right, to the side of or slightly behind the listening area. The surround speakers should be mounted at a height of between 4 feet and 7 feet.
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