Step 1: Positioning The System - Sony DAV-HDZ273 Operating Instructions Manual

Step 1: Positioning the System
For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at the
same distance flom the listening position (I_).
However, this system allows you to place the center speaker up to 1.5 meters (5 It) closer ((_)) and the
surround speakers up to 4.8 meters (16 fl) closer (0) to the front speakers.
The flont speakers can be placed fiom 0.9 to 6.9 meters (3 to 23 It) (I_) from the listening position.
Place the system as illustrated below.
@ Front speaker (L (left))
® Front speaker (R (right))
@ Center speaker
@ Surround speaker (L (left))
® Surround speaker (R (right))
(_) Subwoofer
@ Unit
®
Top view
@ ....
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• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
Extremely hot or cold
Dusty or dirty
Very humid
Subject to vibrations
Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when placing the speakers andlor speaker stands attached to the speakers on a specially treated (waxed,
oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
• Do not lean or hang on the speaker, as the speaker may fall down.
• When you change the positions of the speakers, Sony recommends that you change the settings. For details, see
"Getting Optimal Surround Sound for a Room" (page 60) and "Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically"
(page 61 ).
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