Figure 6.
Angling Omega speakers.
Figure 7. Sound is more direct when midrange and tweeter reach the listener at ear level.
Tilt speaker forward to direct sound at ear level.
POSITIONING YOUR SPEAKERS (Continued)
ANGLE SPEAKERS
TOWARDS LISTENING
POSITION
ANGLES FOR
BOTH SPEAKERS
MUST BE
IDENTICAL
LISTENER’S
POSITION
The toe-in angle for each speaker should be exactly the same for best sonic results. This can be done effectively by eye or by using a tape measure or straight edge to measure the amount of toe-in from a forward firing position. Aligning your speakers with a slight tilt either forward or rearward will help “tune” them to the room and to your listening position. If your sitting position aligns your ears on a plane that is lower than the midrange and tweeter, you may wish to tilt the speakers downward so the acoustic output from the speak- ers reaches your ears on a direct plane. If you are seated in a position that directs the sound toward your chest or shoulders, it may be necessary to tilt the speakers slightly rearward so the acoustic output from the midrange and tweeters reaches your ears on a direct plane. Toe-in, tilting and moving the speakers closer and further from walls and corners are all part of the system tuning procedure. Don’t be afraid to experiment as this will result in the best sound. If a specific location yields satisfying results and you wish to continue to experiment with speaker placement, mark the ideal location so you can always return to it.
When installing your speakers, be very careful to keep them on the same plane (exactly the same distance from the front wall). It is advisable to use a tape measure or string to measure the exact distance the speakers are located from the front wall. (See figure 7.)
3FEET (1 METER)
FRONT OF SPEAKERS
ON SAME PLANE AND
AT SAME ANGLE
LISTENER’S
POSITION
10 ◆ Omega – Owner’s Manual
