for with the speakers’ low frequency controls). Sometimes placement further from the rear wall will increase spaciousness and the sense of depth.
The speakers should usually be placed a minimum of 5 to 7 feet apart and kept away from the side walls and corners if possible. A good rule of thumb is to place the speakers separated by one half the length of the wall they are positioned along, and each speaker one quarter the length of the back wall away from the side wall.
Speakers may be angled in toward the listening position or left parallel with each other. Angling the speakers in (pointed directly at the listener) will result in a somewhat brighter, clearer sound with a sharper focus and a more solid central image (generally, we recommend this), while leaving the speakers parallel with each other will result in a less bright, more diffuse sound. Try to leave the space on the sides of the speakers as open and unobstructed as possible so that there will be no interference with the rear radiated sound.
The BP7000SC/BP7001SCs are mirror imaged (packing cartons are labeled speaker 1 and speaker 2) with a
“Spiking” Your Loudspeakers
An optional “spiking” kit has been provided should you desire to “spike” your loudspeakers. “Spiking” your loudspeakers will provide greater stability when placing your loudspeakers on carpeting and will also, according
to many experts, result in an overall improvement in sonic performance.
Care should be taken when using spikes as they may cause damage to wooden or other floors which are susceptible to being scratched. Definitive Technology is specifically not responsible for damage which may result from the use
of spikes.
The spike kit contains four spikes. To install, unscrew the plastic guides on the stabilizer brackets. Then screw the four spikes into the brass inserts on the stabilizer brackets. Then, with the help of another person, lift the speaker upright and lower it to its exact desired position on the floor. You must lower the speaker to the exact position you want because once the spikes are in place you cannot move the speakers sideways on the rug or floor – this may damage the floor or the speakers. Next, adjust the spikes so the speaker sits solidly on all four spikes (and does not rock).
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