Multi channel surround setup (continued)
xSub woofer selection (
SW
S.W. XXX)
•If you connect a sub woofer, select “YES”.
•If you do not connect a sub woofer, select “NO”. This activates the bass redirection circuitry and outputs the LFE signals from other speakers.
•In order to take full advantage of the Dolby Digital bass redirection circuitry, we recommend setting the sub woofer’s cut off frequency as high as possible.
xFront speaker distance (
L 
R 
DIST.
XX.X m (ft.))
Set the distance from your listening position to the front speakers (A on page 15).
xCenter speaker distance (
C 
DIST. XX.X m (ft.))
Set the distance from your listening position to the center speaker. Center speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 15) to a distance
1.5meters (5 feet) closer to your listening position (B on page 15).
xSurround speaker distance (
SL
SR
DIST. XX.X m (ft.))
Set the distance from your listening position to the surround speakers. Surround speaker distance should be set from a distance equal to the front speaker distance (A on page 15) to a distance 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer to your listening position (C on page 15).
Tip
The receiver allows you to input the speaker position in terms of distance. However, it is not possible to set the center speaker further than the front speakers.
Also, the center speaker cannot be set more than
1.5meters (5 feet) closer than the front speakers. Likewise, the surround speakers can not be set further away from the listening position than the front speakers. And they can be no more than 4.5 meters (15 feet) closer.
This is because incorrect speaker placement is not conducive to enjoy surround sound.
Please note that, setting the speaker distance closer than the actual location of the speakers will cause a delay in the output of the sound from that speaker. In other words, the speaker will sound like it is farther away.
For example, setting the center speaker distance 1~2 m (3~6 feet) closer than the actual speaker position will create a fairly realistic sensation of being “inside” the screen. If you cannot obtain a satisfactory surround effect because the surround speakers are too close, setting the surround speaker distance closer (shorter) than the actual distance will create a larger sound stage.
Adjusting these parameter while listening to the sound often results in much better surround sound. Give it a try!