Panasonic SAHT640 SAHT640 User Guide - Page 4

Simple Setup 1 STEP Positioning the speakers How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points: ≥ 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. ≥ Left and right front speakers are interchangeable. Setup example Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are approximate. Positioning the speakers FRONT SURROUND (L, R) (wireless) CENTER SUBWOOFER Main unit (with digital transceiver) ≥ Place the surround speaker within approximately 10 m (33 ft) from the main unit. ≥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. ∫ Additional note for wireless setup To avoid possible interference, do not place the surround speaker near any of the following devices. The surround speaker uses the same radio frequencies as other devices that may be present in your home. Main unit [Note] ≥ Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32q) away from the system for 2.4GHz-band microwave oven proper ventilation. ≥ To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good airflow around the main unit, position it with at least 5 cm (2q) of space on all sides. ≥ Do not block the ventilation holes of the main unit. personal computer with 2.4GHz-band wireless Center speaker LAN ≥ 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 directly on top of the 2.4GHz-band cordless phone television. Wireless surround speaker Do not use the surround speaker or the digital transceiver in a metal cabinet or bookshelf. Subwoofer Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm (1113/16q) from the television. The surround speaker will automatically seek a clear channel if any of these other devices interfere with its communication. When this happens, the wireless link indicator (" [W] ") flashes on the main unit, and there is a brief interruption in audio coming from the surround speaker. This is the normal operation of the product working to assure the best possible performance of your Home Theater System. If the interference persists, try moving the other devices to another location outside the range of the surround speaker. Caution Do not touch the netted area of the speakers. e.g. Front speaker If irregular coloring occurs on your television The front and center speakers are designed to be used close to a television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions and setup combinations. If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes. 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: The demagnetizing function of the television should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television. Caution ≥ The main unit and supplied speakers are to be - When playing distorted sound. used only as indicated in this setup. Failure to - When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, noise do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. disc, or electronic instrument. Consult a qualified service person if damage has RQT8611 - When adjusting the sound quality. occurred or if you experience a sudden change - When turning the unit on or off. in performance. ≥ Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in 4 this manual.