Harman-Kardon Optimal Speaker Placement Tips for AVR 7550HD Sound Systems

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SPEAKER PLACEMENT

Optimally, the speakers should be placed in a circle with the listening position at its center. The speakers should be angled so that they directly face the listening position.

Front Speaker Placement

The center speaker is placed either on top of, below or mounted on the wall above or below the video display screen.

The front left and right speakers are placed along the circle, about 30 degrees from the center speaker and angled toward the listener.

Place the front left/right and center speakers at the same height,

Blue SL

preferably at about the same height as the listener’s ears. The center speaker should be no more than 2 feet above or below the left/right speakers. If you’re using only two speakers with the AVR 7550HD, place them in the front left and right positions.

Placement of the surround speakers depends on the number of speakers in your system.

Purple SUB 1

White FL

90°

150°

Green

C

30°30°

SUB 2 Purple

FR Red

90°

150°

SR Gray

Purple SUB 1

White FL

110°

150°

Green

C

30°30°

SUB 2 Purple (Optional)

FR Red

110°

150°

Brown SBL

SBR Tan

Figure 16 – Speaker Placement (7.1- or 7.2-Channel System)

NOTE: Some speaker manufacturers offer 6.1-channel speaker systems, for 6.1-channel surround sound formats, such as Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Discrete and Matrix modes and DTS Neo:6 mode. Using the AVR 7550HD in a 6.1-channel configuration is not recommended. The 6.1-channel formats will sound better when played through a 7.1-channel system. The same surround back channel information is played through both surround back speakers, but with twice the power and clarity.

Blue SL

SR Gray

Alternate placement

Alternate placement

for Side Surround

for Side Surround

Left Speaker (Blue)

Right Speaker (Gray)

Figure 15 – Speaker Placement (5.1- or 5.2-Channel System)

Placement of Surround Speakers in a 5.1- or 5.2-Channel System

The side surround speakers should be placed 110 degrees from the center speaker, slightly behind and angled toward the listener. Alternatively, place them behind the listener, with each surround speaker facing the opposite-side front speaker. See Figure 15. The surround speakers may be placed a little higher than the listener’s ears.

Placement of Surround Speakers in a 7.1- or 7.2-Channel System

In a 7.1- or 7.2-channel system, the side surround speakers are placed 90 degrees from the center speaker, directly to either side of the listening position. The surround back left and right speakers are placed 150 degrees from the center speaker, or directly facing the opposite-side front speaker. See Figure 16.

To use the AVR 7550HD with a 6.1-channel speaker system, place the single surround back speaker directly behind the listener, but do not connect it until after you have run the EzSet/EQ II procedure for a 5.1-channel system. After the EzSet/EQ II process finishes, connect the surround back speaker to the Surround Back Left Speaker Output. Then follow the directions in the Advanced Features section for manual setup of the surround back speaker.

Subwoofer Placement

Placement of the subwoofers is less critical, since low-frequency sounds are omnidirectional. Placing each subwoofer close to a wall or in a corner will reinforce the low frequencies, and may create a “boomy” sound. Temporarily place one subwoofer where the listener normally sits, then walk around the room until the low frequencies sound best. Place the subwoofer in that spot. To place the optional second subwoofer, you may continue this method for finding a second optimal location, or place each subwoofer near the front left and right speakers, as shown in the diagrams.

NOTE: Your receiver will sound its best when the same model or brand loudspeaker is used for all positions.

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Contents AVR7550HD Important Safety Instructions Safety InformationService Instructions Outdoor Use Marking Wet Location MarkingUnpacking Important Safety InformationTable of Contents Surround Modes IntroductionAudio Inputs Supplied AccessoriesAudio/Video Inputs Digital Audio InputsBack/Exit FRONT-PANEL ControlsResolution setting 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p On When the AVR is turned on, this LED turns whiteVideo Hdmi 1, 2, 3 Output XM Antenna REAR-PANEL ConnectionsREAR-PANEL Connections Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs Main Remote Control Functions AVR Power OnZone Selector Main Remote Control Functions Main Remote Control Functions Sleep Settings Zone 2 Remote Control FunctionsIR Transmitter Mute MenuZone 2 Remote Control Functions Typical Home Theater System Introduction to Home TheaterMultichannel Audio Harman International the Harman Kardon parent company LogicConnections Connecting Source Devices to the AVRSpeaker Connections SubwooferIncluding Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio Video ConnectionsAnalog Audio Digital VideoRS-232 Serial Port AntennasSpeaker Placement Front Speaker PlacementSubwoofer Placement Getting Started Best audio connection for each source ForSource Assignment Worksheet Getting Started Installation Connect a Video Display Device or Switcher Step Eleven Install a Multizone SystemConnect IR Control Devices to the Zone 2 IR Input Select one or all of these methods for audio distributionStep Thirteen Insert Batteries in Remote Step Twelve Plug in AC Power CordsStep Fourteen Program Sources Into the Remote To program the codes for a source device into the remoteTo learn individual key codes To change the device type of a Source SelectorTo delete a programmed or learned code To rename a key or deviceStep Fifteen Turn On the AVR 7550HD Using the ON-SCREEN Menu System Initial SetupConfigure the AVR 7550HD, Using EzSet/EQ II Technology Select Automatic Setup-EzSet/EQAudio and Video Input Selection Set Up SourcesChannel Inputs You are now ready to begin enjoying your new receiver Dolby Volume Volume ControlDolby Volume Calibration Offset OperationHeadphones Sleep TimerUsing the Tuner Mute FunctionVideo display is in use XM Radio OperationUSB Playback Internet RadioTo return to the beginning of the current track, press Using The Bridge IPod Function Remote Control Key Using Docking StationNetwork Playback RecordingTV Out setting to take effect IPod Manual ModePlay Pause Menu Back/Exit or Left Arrow Select Next Track Next 33 Previous Track Previous ISurround Modes Menu Selecting a Surround ModeDigital Audio Signals Analog Audio SignalsAdvanced Functions Audio Processing and Surround SoundDolby Surround Settings Manual Speaker SetupVideo Game Logic 7 Game Step ONE Determine Speaker Crossover Step Three Manual Setup MenuStep TWO Measure Speaker Distances Number of SpeakersAdjust Crossover Frequencies Menu Adjust Speaker Distance MenuSub Mode Step Four Setting Channel Output Levels Manually Video Modes Video AdjustmentsHow to Adjust the Custom Picture Settings Sharpness Adjustment System SettingsAdvanced Remote Control Functions General AVR SettingsMenu Appearance System InformationTo end the command sequence, press the OK Button Main MenuActivities Macros Remote Reset Back LightPunch-Through Programming Memory Processor ResetSymptom Cause Solution Troubleshooting GuideTable A2 Source Setting Defaults AppendixTable A1 Recommended Source Component Connections Table A2 Table A3 Speaker/Channel Setting DefaultsTable A5 Source Settings Table A4 Delay Setting Defaults0mS BridgeDefault Table A6 Audio Effects SettingsTable A5 Table A6Table A7 Video Modes Settings Off Black Level Deinterlacing Film Mode Detect 302Table A7 Table A8 Surround Modes Table A9 Remote Control CodesTable A8 Source Input Device Type if changedTable A10 System Settings Table A11 Network SettingsTable A12 Zone 2 Settings Table A13 Surround Modes Surround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or SignalTable A13 DTS Stereo DTS-ES MatrixPresentation DTS Neo6 DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 orFor multichannel Subwoofer is usedAnalog Bypass Remote Control Function List Reference Radio Table A14 Remote Control Function ListAUX Table A14Audio Section AVR 7550HD Technical Specifications