Getting started
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Connecting the powered subwoofer
Connect the supplied powered subwoofer (SP-PWM65/SP-PWM55/SP-PWM45) using the system cord (supplied).
• Connect the system cord by matching the # marks on the plugs to the ones on the center unit and powered subwoofer.
Connecting the satellite speakers
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Speaker layout
When positioning the speakers, to obtain the best possible sound 
from this system you need to place all satellite speakers at the same 
distance from the listening position with the front of each speaker 
facing toward the listener.
When you cannot place them at the same distance from the 
listening position, you can make adjustment so that 
speakers operate as if they are placed at the best position. 
(A
AA
A pg. 50)
• Normally place the powered subwoofer in front of you. (Since 
bass sound is non-directional, you do not need to place it at the 
same distance as the other speakers.)
NOTE
• Although the satellite speakers and the powered subwoofer are 
magnetically shielded, the TV screen may appear mottled. In this 
case, keep the distance between them to the TV to over 10 cm 
(4 inches).
• For safety reasons, always ensure that there is sufficient space behind 
the powered subwoofer.
• When you position the satellite speakers in a relatively high place, 
such as the top of your bookshelf, place them on a flat and level 
surface.
• Speaker grilles are not removable (except SP-THM55C and 
SP-THM55F). Trying to remove them by force may damage them.
TH-M55/TH-M45
• The illustrations of speakers are of TH-M55.
For TH-M65 only:
• Be sure to place the powered subwoofer to the TV’s right. If you place 
the powered subwoofer to the TV’s left, keep sufficient distance 
between them to prevent the TV screen from appearing mottled.
• Do not lean against the satellite speakers, as the speakers could fall 
down or break, possibly causing injury. Especially be careful not to 
let children lean against them.
Powered
subwoofer
System cord
(supplied)
Ensure that the 
#
 mark on 
the plug faces down.
Center unit
Front rightFront left
Center
speaker
Powered
subwoofer
Surround left Surround right
Front rightFront left
Center speaker
Powered subwoofer
Surround 
left
Surround 
right
TH-M65
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