STEP2 Positioning
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points. �Attach the included rubber pads to the base of the center and surround speakers. This prevents vibration from causing the speakers to move or fall over. Use 4 pads per speaker. �Place speakers on flat secure bases. �Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains. Rubber pads
Bottom of center speaker
Rubber pads
Front (L)
Front (R)
Surround (L)
Surround (R)
Center
Subwoofer
Setup example
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Main unit Place the front, center and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are approximate. l See page 43 for other speaker setup options. �Use only supplied speakers Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will be negatively affected. �Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.
Subwoofer
Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it won�t cause vibration. Leave 10 cm (4q) at the rear for ventilation.
Notes on speaker use
�You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods. �Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage. � When playing distorted sound. � When the speakers are receiving howling from a record player, noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument. � When adjusting the sound quality. � When turning the unit on or off. Caution �The main unit and supplied speakers are only to be used as indicated in this setup. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance. �Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this manual.
Main unit
Note Keep your speakers at least 10mm (13/32q) away from the system for proper ventilation.
Center speaker
�Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a rack or shelf. �To prevent the speakers from falling do not place the speakers directly on top of the television.
Surround speaker
� Preventing the speakers from falling over Preparation Attach screw eyes (not included) to secure the speakers to the wall �You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened. �Consult a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that may not have strong enough support. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall or speakers. Screw eye (not included) String (not included) Wall
Caution
Do not stand on the base and shake the speaker. Be cautious when children are near.
Rear of the speaker
Approx. 150 mm (529/32z)
RQT7921
1 Thread the string (not included) through the slot on the rear of the speaker to prevent it from falling over. 2 Loop the string through the screw eye and tie tightly.
