Calibrating the system

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Centre Phase

As in the previous test, signals are applied to the main left, right, and centre speakers to allow you to adjust the relative phase and delay on the centre channel.

Use > and < to switch between phase and delay.

When setting phase the display shows the absolute phase of the centre speaker.

Centre Phs +

For example:

Use A and V to change the phase.

Choose the correct setting as follows:

Setting

What it sounds like

Correct

The centre speaker reinforces the

 

sound.

Incorrect

The sound from the centre cancels

 

some of the image formed by the left

 

and right speakers.

When setting the delay the display shows the relative displacement, in feet, of the centre speaker.

Use A and V to adjust the delay.

Choose the correct setting as follows:

Setting

What it sounds like

Correct

The sound between the speakers is

 

very even, and does not change

 

radically as you move your head.

Incorrect

The sound appears diffused, and

 

changes in timbre and apparent

 

location as you move your head.

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Meridian Audio 565 manual Centre Phase

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