Genesis Advanced Technologies G7.1c Setting up Multi-channel, Positioning for Center Channel

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2 Setting up: Multi-channel

2.1 Positioning for Center Channel

A good starting position is for the G7.1c to be placed horizontally about 20 inches from the floor, and angled upwards by 3 to 5 degrees. This is assuming that the speaker doesn’t block the screen in this position.

Use a good quality stand that is solidly built and as rigid as possible. The Genesis ServoSub™ 4/8 is a unique subwoofer that complements the G6.1c to turn it into a full-range absolute fidelity™ system, and also makes a perfect stand for the G7.1c.

An alternative is to place the speaker horizontally above the television set, and angle it downwards by 3 to 5 degrees. In either case, do not point the speaker directly at the head of the listener, but either over her head, or at her chest.

As these speakers are dipolar with a rear-firing tweeter, there should be at least 12 inches (30cm) of space between the back of the speaker and the wall. If this space is not available, turn the rear tweeter off with the tweeter defeat switch.

On the home theatre processor, set the speaker to “LARGE” as the G7.1c plays below 60Hz.

2.2 Loudspeaker Controls

2.2.1Tweeter Control

The knob marked TWEETER on the plate on the back of the speaker is used to tailor the high-frequency response of the G7.1c. It is a subtle control, but can make a great difference in gaining that last bit of additional performance from your speakers.

Turning this control clockwise will increase the level of the tweeters. Use this control if you need a bit more treble, or to increase the apparent space of the soundstage. Too high a tweeter level, and you can feel that voices are too sibilant. With music, crashing cymbals are leaping out at you, and nylon stringed guitars sound steely. Start with this control at the 12 o'clock position. There is about a ± 1dB range for this control.

2.2.2Tweeter Defeat

The G7.1c should be placed at least 12 inches (30cm) away from the wall behind the speaker. If this is not possible, turn the rear-firing tweeter off to configure your loudspeaker as a monopole. This is perfectly acceptable and will not compromise the performance for multi-channel surround movies.

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Contents Read this First Genesis7.1ConvertibleLoudspeaker Specifications Message from Genesis Quick Start Set-up Guide PlacementUnpacking Connections AdjustmentsPositioning for Center Channel Setting up Multi-channelLoudspeaker Controls Positioning Setting up as Stereo PairOne Change at a Time Tuning the systemImaging and Soundstage Absolute fidelity Room Treatment Defining the SoundstageMastering the Refinements of the system Absolute fidelity Technology used Dipolar ConfigurationTransducers Crossover Vibration-free Cabinet Specifications