Sharp CD-DD4500 operation manual Placing the speakers, For Use Speakers, Preparation

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Speakers

for Use Speakers –

Placing the speakers

When you connect this unit to a DVD player playing a disc with the trade- mark, you can enjoy realistic, powerful sound by playing the soundtrack through 5 channels; the front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right speakers.

The best sound will be achieved by placing each speaker the same distance from the listener. Arrange the speakers so that the layout is as close as possible to the diagram shown in this illustration.

Center

Front left

Front right

Surround left

Surround right

Surround speakers:

The surround speakers should be installed on the wall. Install them 23-5/8" - 35-7/16" (60 - 90 cm) above the height of your ears when seated, if possible (see page 13).

Example: When installed on the wall

Surround speaker

Wall

23-5/8" - 35-7/16"

(60 - 90 cm)

Example: When installed vertically Example: When installed horizontally

Preparation –

Front speakers:

The front left and right speakers have individual shapes. For best performance, place the speakers as shown in the diagram to the below.

Place a TV halfway between the front left and front right speakers.

Center speaker:

It is recommended that the center speaker be placed on top of a television.

 

Same distance

 

Front

Center

Front

left

 

right

When the surround speakers are installed vertically, the speaker badge will be upside down.

In this case, you can adjust the badge to face the proper direction. Just turn it by hand.

Badge

Note:

The front speakers and center speaker are magnetically shielded. Therefore, they may be placed alongside a TV.

However color variations may occur, depending on the type of TV used.

If color variations occur ....

turn off the TV (using the power switch). After 15 - 30 minutes, turn the TV on again.

If the color variation is still present ...

move the speakers further away from the TV.

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Contents CD-DD4500 Explanation of Graphical Symbols Special NotesImportant Safeguards Contents AccessoriesPrecautions Volume controlPrecautions GeneralControls and Indicators General Information Controls and IndicatorsFront panel 13 14 15 19 20 21Display Rear panelControls and Indicators Remote controlFull-Range Speaker Speaker Wire Speaker systemFront speaker left Center speakerSystem Connections Preparation for Use System ConnectionsAC 120 V, 60 Hz Speaker connection FM/AM loop antenna connectionPreparationforUse Speakers Placing the speakersFor Use Speakers PreparationConnecting the AC power cord SpeakersRemote Control Battery installationTest of the remote control Preparation for Use Remote ControlDemonstration mode To turn the power onGeneral Control Display brightness 2 levelsSound Control Bass controlEqualizer Basic Operation Sound ControlSetting the Clock Basic Operation Setting the ClockTo readjust the clock To confirm the time displayListening to a CD CDs CD Playback Listening to a CD CDsPress the 7 OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray To locate the beginning of a track To locate the desired portionRepeat or Random Play Listening to a CD CDsStarting playback with a desired track Repeat PlayProgrammed Play CD Playback Programmed PlayAuto tuning Listening to the RadioRadio Listening to the Radio To receive an FM stereo transmissionTo scan the preset stations Listening to the Memorized StationMemorizing a station To recall a memorized stationListening to a Cassette Tape Tape 1 or Tape Tape Playback Listening to a Cassette Tape Tape 1 or TapeBefore playback Fast forward/rewind Tape 2 onlyRecording from the Radio Tape Recording Recording from the RadioRecording from a CD CDs Tape Recording Recording from a CD CDsPress the 0/R 0 button to start recording To perform programmed recordingDubbing from Tape to Tape Erasing recorded tapesTape Recording Dubbing from Tape to Tape Press the 0 / R 0 button to start dubbing To stop dubbingTo listen to a disc using the Dolby Digital mode Type of Dolby digital signalDolby Digital Dolby DigitalNormal/Phantom/Bypass mode Enjoy the Surround SoundSurround Operation Enjoy the Surround Sound Enjoy the Surround Sound Virtual Dolby SurroundVirtual Dolby Surround Changing the Speaker Setting Speaker size settingSpeaker Setting ChangingChanging the Speaker Setting Speaker delay settingWithin 8 seconds, use the SET UP W or X button on the re Mote control to select a valueSpeaker level setting Front speaker balance settingSpeakerSetting Speaker level will decreaseDynamic range setting Test toneDescription of Terminology TerminologyDescription Timer and Sleep Operation Advanced Features Timer and Sleep OperationTo cancel the sleep operation To reset or change the timer settingSleep operation To confirm the remaining sleep timeEnhancing Your System Cords required to connect an external unitEnhancing Your System Using subwoofer speakers of other equipment HeadphonesTo record on a tape from DVD or VCR etc To select the unit connected to the VIDEO/AUX in jackTroubleshooting Chart Symptom Possible causeCD player TunerConnecting DVD player Troubleshooting ChartSymptom CondensationTroubleshooting Chart Before transporting the unitSpeaker terminals Press the 7 OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc trayMaintenance Cleaning the tape-handling partsCleaning the cabinet Specifications SpecificationsAmplifier Specifications Front speaker with subwooferCenter speaker Surround speakerMemo Memo Sharp Corporation

CD-DD4500 specifications

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