Definition Dc Home Theatre; The System; Screening; Front Speakers - Tannoy definition Owner's Manual

DEFINITION DC HOME THEATRE 5.1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
Unlike other forms of encoded surround audio, 5.1 offers full bandwidth capability for the surround and centre
channels, with the ability to treat the subwoofer as a single discreet channel for special effects playback or, for music
applications, as a dedicated low frequency instrument channel. This places new demands on the surround and centre
channel loudspeakers in both the mixing environment and the playback environment.
The 5.1 format allows the mix engineer in the recording studio to assign audio information to one or more discreet
channels of playback; providing very vivid and exacting localisation for the apparent sound sources in the listening
environment. To reliably recreate that accurate localisation during playback, the selection and location of loudspeakers
becomes the single most critical issue next to the talent of the mix engineer in the studio. (See fig.8)

THE SYSTEM

A fully operational 5.1 system consists of two main front loudspeakers, two rear effects speakers at the rear(usually
wall mounted) and a centre channel. The subwoofer provides the .1 part of the system.
Total design compatibility, ensuring all models share the same acoustical balance and dispersion characteristics,
means that it is essential that an Definition A/V system is built around only Definition Dual Concentric models (it is not
possible to mix in products with other driver types) as the acoustic integration of each has been optimised only for use
as a complete system.
In Home Theatre applications this acoustic benefit provides a very focussed soundstage retaining natural voicing and
ensuring that aural effects and speech localisation 'pan' from left to right and front to rear seamlessly.

SCREENING

The large magnet assemblies on the loudspeaker drive units of the centre channel are fully screened to eliminate
colour-fringing effects when mounted close to CRT television monitors. However, some very sensitive CRT televisions
may show picture distortion. If that is the case, move the loudspeaker further away from television.

FRONT SPEAKERS

The ultra wide dynamic range and power handling capability of Definition loudspeakers will provide a stunning home
cinema experience. The speakers should be positioned on either side of the TV or projection screen and then placed
in line with the screen surface.
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