Panasonic SAHT740 SAHT740 User Guide - Page 6

Simple Setup Speaker installation options ∫ Attaching to a wall You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall. ≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting over 10 kg (22 lbs) [[HT940] 15 kg (33 lbs) for the front speakers] per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers. ≥ When mounting the front speakers to a wall, we recommend using a string (not included) to prevent it from falling. 2 Screws [HT740] [HT743] 2 Cover plates [HT740] [HT743] Front speaker [HT940] 255 mm (101/16z) 320 mm (1219/32z) Center speaker [HT940] 190 mm (715/32z) Surround speaker [HT940] Preparation for front speakers [HT740] [HT743] 1 Remove the speaker cable from the stand. Release the cable from the groove. e.g. In this position, the speaker will likely fall if moved to the left or right. Move the speaker so that the screw is in this position. 2 Connect the cable (➜ page 4). [HT940] 1 Pull down the longer part of the cable to release the cable from the groove inside the stand, and then pull the speaker cable out from the stand. 2 Feed the cable into the bottom of the speaker and through the slot at the rear. Reattaching the speaker cable to the stand [HT740] [HT743] 1 Remove the eight screws from the stand, and remove the speaker net. Screw 2 Position the cable. Approx. 15 cm (529/32z) Press the cable into the groove. Cable Assembling the front speakers 3 Connect the cable (➜ page 5). 1 [HT740] [HT743] Attach the cover plate to the front speaker. Cover plate Screw Tighten securely. 3 Attach the speaker net with the screws. [HT940] 1 Remove the two screws from the stand, and remove the metal cover. Screw Screw Metal cover Plastic cover 2 Pull the cable out about 40 cm (153/4z) from the hole in the metal cover, and insert the plastic cover. 2 Drive a screw (not included) into the wall. Approx. 40 cm (153/4z) ‰4.0 mm (5/32q) Wall or pillar ‰7.5 to 9.5 mm (19/64q to 3/8q) 5.0 to 7.0 mm (3/16q to 9/32q) 3 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s). Front speaker [HT740] [HT743] Center speaker [HT740] [HT743] 106 mm (43/16z) 3 Insert the metal cover so it does not disturb the cable and close tightly with the two screws. ∫ Fitting speaker stands (not included) (Except front speakers) Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them. Note the diameter and length of the screws and the distance between screws as shown in the diagram. ≥ The stands must be able to support over 10 kg (22 lbs). ≥ The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high position. 340 mm (133/8z) 200 mm (77/8z) Surround speaker [HT740] [HT743] e.g. Center speaker [HT740] [HT743] Metal screw holes For attaching to speaker stands 5 mm (3/16q), pitch 0.8 mm (1/32q) RQT8582 Plate thickness plus 7 mm to 10 mm (plus 9/32q to 13/32q) 60 mm (23/8q) Speaker stand (not included) 6