Paradigm Signature S6 Manual - Page 11

SPEAKER PLACEMENT FRONT SPEAKERS (Left/Right) Paradigm® Reference front speakers are designed to allow flexible placement while providing a very large window of sound throughout your listening room. To ensure the best high-end performance possible however, we strongly recommend that you observe the following placement guidelines: Accurate Timbre (Fig. 1) For the most accurate and natural timbre, place Paradigm® Reference Front speakers so that their high-frequency drivers are approximately at ear level. We recommend placing bookshelf models on Paradigm® speaker stands (sold separately); however, they can also be placed on bookshelves so that high-frequency drivers are approximately at ear level. Balanced Bass Performance (Fig. 1a, 1b) Placing front speakers in corners will over-emphasize bass and reduce overall clarity. Avoid corner placement (Fig. 1a). Position the front speakers 8 in (20 cm) or more from the wall behind the speaker, and as much as possible from either side wall while still following the guideline in Fig. 1b. This will ensure better bass performance and optimal midrange clarity. Optimal Imaging (Fig. 2) Measure the distance from your main listening area to the front speakers ("X"). For best imaging, place speakers from three-quarters of that distance up to that same distance from each other (3/4 of "X" to "X"). To further optimize imaging, turn speakers slightly inward so they point toward the listening position with their axes crossing just behind it. ON-WALL FRONT SPEAKERS (Fig. 3) Paradigm® Reference On-Wall Front Left and Right speakers allow higher than usual placement of the high-frequency drivers, a particularly important consideration when wall mounting. Mounting the speakers farther apart on the wall than the width of your TV will promote an even wider, deeper listening window. Keeping this in mind, measure the distance from your main listening area to the front speakers ("X"). For best imaging, mount speakers on the wall from three quarters of that distance up to the same distance from each other (3/4 of "X" to "X"). For more information see the section on wall mounting later in the manual. CENTER-CHANNEL SPEAKER (Figs. 4 and 5a, b, c) Paradigm® Reference center-channel speakers are designed to provide a large, wide listening window, allowing listeners throughout the room to hear centerchannel information with unprecedented clarity and intelligibility. They can be placed on a shelf or directly on top of your TV (Fig. 4). Selected models include outrigger feet for this purpose (Fig. 5a), other models include stability cradles (Fig. 5b). Models with outrigger feet can also be used with the small rubber feet (included) and the outrigger feet removed (not shown). If your model includes cradles, the rubber pads (included) must be used for stability (Fig. 5b). With a front-projection system, speakers can also be mounted on a matching Paradigm® stand (sold separately). Make sure the center-channel speaker is approximately the same distance away from the primary listening position as your front speakers. (Some AV receivers/ processors can electronically adjust for differences in distance.) See section below for positioning models with cradles directly below a television/display. POSITIONING YOUR CENTER CHANNEL BELOW A TELEVISION/DISPLAY If your center channel is to be positioned below a television or display we highly recommend you use the tilt bracket supplied. By tilting the speaker up, you will further optimize dialog clarity, intelligibility and timbre. For complete details and tilt bracket assembly, refer to Fig. 5c earlier in this manual. USING AN OPTIONAL PARADIGM® STAND If your center channel features cradles (Fig. 5b) they must be removed before the speaker can be used on an optional Paradigm® speaker stand. To remove cradles, use the hex key included in the hardware package that came with your speaker. For more detailed information on removing cradles, refer to the assembly instructions included with the stand. ON-WALL CENTER-CHANNEL SPEAKER (Fig. 3) Mount your Paradigm® Reference on-wall center-channel speaker on the wall horizontally, directly above or below your TV, whichever position is closer to ear level. This will ensure the most uniform timbral response with the rest of your system. The speaker should be about the same distance away from the primary listening area as your front Left and Right speakers. (Some AV receivers/processors can electronically adjust for differences in distance.) For more information see the section on wall mounting later in this manual. This on-wall speaker can also be placed on top of a television or shelf (see the following section). 11