Sony AVD-K700P Operating Instructions - Page 13

PREPARATION Connections (Continued) Speaker System Connections Connect the speakers using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the terminals and those of the cords. To obtain the best possible surround sound, adjust the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.). Notes Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: 3 to 3 and # to #. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted and lack bass. If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive volume output to the speakers. Do not disassemble the front covers of supplied speakers. Front Speaker (Right) Center Speaker Front Speaker (Left) Speaker Positioning For a normal setup use 6 speakers (2 front speakers, center speaker, 2 rear speakers and subwoofer). • Front Speakers Based on your listening position, set up the speakers at equal distance. And by hearing position, set up an interval between speakers of 45 degree. • Center Speaker It is ideal that the center speakers and front speakers are same height. But normally place it above or below the television as shown below. • Rear Speakers Place the rear surround speakers to the left and right behind the primary listening area. These speakers recreate sound motion and atmosphere required for surround playback. For best results, do not install the rear speakers too far behind the listening position, install them at or above the level of the listener's ears. It is also effective to direct the rear speakers towards a wall or ceiling to further disperse the sound. In the case of a smaller room size, if the audience is near to the rear wall set the rear speakers opposite each other, and set the rear speakers 60 - 90 cm above the listener's ears. • Subwoofer This can be placed in any front position. Subwoofer Front Speaker (Left) Rear Speaker (Left) Center Speaker Front Speaker (Right) Rear Speaker (Right) Rear speaker (Right surround) Subwoofer Rear speaker (Left surround) About Ferrite Core Be sure to attach the ferrite core to 1 the speaker cables (for connecting to this unit). This ferrite core can reduce noises. 2 How to attach the ferrite core. 1 Push the stopper [a] of the ferrite core 3 to open. 2 Wind the Center and Subwoofer Speaker cables once on the ferrite core. Pass the others straight on the ferrite core. 3 Close the ferrite core until it clicks. Speaker Positioning Example Note Speaker stand is optional. Attaching the foot pads To prevent speaker vibration or movement while listening, attach the supplied foot pads to the speaker, as shown. Foot pads Attaching the color labels Attach the color labels onto the rear panel of the speakers before connecting the speakers. FRONT L Color labels 13