Connections

■Basic positioning example and the role of each speaker

Although recommended speaker positions vary depending on the room size and wall material, this section offers a basic positioning example and explains the function of each speaker.

Even if you cannot precisely follow the example below, you can still enjoy optimal surround sound by specifying the distance from the listener to the speakers (page 76). You can also adjust the volume level of each speaker to suit your preference (page 77). (Make these settings after all connections are completed.)

Speaker Setup Example

Subwoofer

Center speaker

SWA-155X

D-M3

Leftfront

TV

 

Right front

 

 

speaker

speaker

PDR-155

D

-

-M7

 

 

M7

D

 

 

 

Left surround

 

Right surround

speaker

 

speaker

D-M3

Listening

D-M3

position

 

 

Using optional speaker stands or brackets

Each satellite speaker has one M5 screw hole on the back, and two 60 mm M5 screw holes on the bottom. To secure the bottom surface, use optional stands or brackets.

If you use a stand or brackets, use M5 screws with an effective screw length of 7–12 mm, depending on the thickness of the stand.

M5 screw

5 mm

7–12 mm

Center speaker

Place the center speaker as close as possible to the screen and position it so that the sound is directed at the listener’s ears.

The center speaker enriches the sound image by framing the sound effects and panning sound output from the left and right front speakers. In movies, generally, dialog and narration are output from this speaker.

Left and right front speakers

Place the front speakers in front of the listener.

•Position the speakers at the same height as the center speaker.

•Position the speakers so that the audio will be directed at the listener’s ears. It is recommended that you place the speakers symmetrically.

Surround speakers

Place the surround speakers to the sides or rear of the listener.

The surround speakers enhance the atmosphere of theaters or halls by conveying the three- dimensional movement of sound and re-producing environmental sounds (that represent the background) and special effect sounds (for example, that bring a scene to a climax).

Subwoofer

Place the subwoofer near the front speakers.

The subwoofer has a great advantage in producing powerful, super bass effects. Only low-range sound is output.

Caution:

Do not place the satellite speakers on the edge of a desk or rack. Otherwise, they may fall, causing injury.

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