Onkyo TX-SV525

Speaker placement
Sub- Center
woofer speaker
Left Right
Surround Surround
speaker speaker
Listener
Center speaker
Speaker placement plays an important role tn the reproduction of
sound using Surround. The manner in which the speakers are
placed varies depending on the size of the room and the wall cov-
erings used in the room. The following shows an example of a lay-
out for standard speaker placement. Refer to the example for
placing the speakers appropriately in order to experience the best
Surround sound.
In principle, for Surround sound reproduction, two Front speakers
and two Surround (Rear) speakers are required. Refer to the illus-
tration on the left.
If the Front L and R speakers are placed too far away from each
other, sound spreads out too much and is dispersed resulting in
diminished sound quality.
To enjoy Surround sound, a Center speaker is required in addition
to the four basic speakers.
If a screen with a projector is used, place the Center speaker under
the screen. If a Monitor TV is used, it is recommended that the
Center speaker be placed on top of or under the Monitor.
To bring out the feeling of shifting sound, the rear speakers should
not be placed on the floor, but would be most effective placed
above ear position. They can also be placed facing the ceiling or
walls to reflect the sound.
To enjoy powerful bass sounds, install a subwoofer with a built-in
power amphfier. The placement of the Subwoofer does not affect
the final quality of the sound image too much, therefore as its
exact placement is not critical, you can install it more with the
room layout in mind. To especially enjoy A/V Surround, a Sub-
woofer can bring out the best features of Dolby Pro Logic Sur-
round.
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