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Front Main Speakers
As a suggested starting point for the front left and right main speakers, try to place
your speakers about 5 inches from the wall and 7 feet apart from each other. The
distance from the listening position to each speaker should be close to the distance
that separates the two main speakers (i.e. triangle). The EMP compact theater speakers
can also be hung on a wall or placed in bookshelves to better match your décor. If this
is how your installation will proceed, keep in mind the spacing comments above for
best performance. Also, slightly angling the speakers inward towards the listening
position may give a more spacious and realistic sound stage.
Center Channel Speaker
For optimal performance in surround sound applications, the center channel speaker
should be placed in the center between both left and right main speakers. Often this
positioning dictates placing the center channel speaker either directly above or below
a television or monitor. Since both the ECA4 and ECA44 compact theater speakers are
video shielded, the center speaker may be placed in close proximity to virtually any
television without cause for concern. Also, the ECA44 compact theater speaker may
be placed in either a horizontal (lying down) or vertical (standing) position.
Surround Channel Speakers
The surround channel speakers should be placed slightly above and behind, or to the
sides of, the listening position. The optimal listening position is usually centered between
the surround channel speakers. For best performance, you may want to experiment with
angling the surround speakers towards or away from the listening position.
Subwoofer
Placement of the subwoofer will largely determine the quality, quantity, and extension
of the bass frequencies within your listening room. Bass frequencies are reinforced
by close room boundaries. Placing the subwoofer nearer to a corner will make the
subwoofer sound louder and boost the very lowest frequencies. Placing the subwoofer
away from a corner or walls will provide the least reinforcement, making the bass
sound subjectively thinner than if the subwoofer were closer to a wall or corner. A
good starting point for subwoofer placement would be to place the subwoofer along a
wall - feet from the corner. You may want to experiment with subwoofer placement
and the sub-amplifier controls to achieve the proper bass balance.
NOTE: There are several different surround formats available. Dolby Pro-Logic, Pro-Logic II, Dolby Digital
and DTS generally have a 5-speaker plus subwoofer setup. Dolby Digital EX and DTS ES add an additional
center rear speaker. Some newer receivers also offer the use of 7 or more effects channels. Please consult your
audio/video professional to determine which system is best for you and how many speakers you will require.
System Setup (continued)
