Point 2
Position the left and right speakers
symmetrically.
The left and right speakers should be positioned as
symmetrically as possible in relation to the room. In
other words, the left and right speakers should be the
same distance from the rear wall and the respective left
and right walls.
Point 3
The optimum listening position is at the apex of
an equilateral triangle.
For the most accurate sound and balance, position
yourself at the apex of an equilateral triangle formed by
the left and right speakers and yourself, with the
speakers angled inward so that they’re facing you.
Point 4
Position the tweeters at ear height.
High frequencies are quite directional, so for the most
accurate monitoring the speakers should be set up so
that the tweeters are at approximately the same height
as your ears when you’re seated at the listening
position.
HS8/HS7/HS5 Settings
Once the physical layout of your monitor system is
finalized, you can begin making the following settings.
1
Turn the level/volume controls on all
source equipment (audio interface, etc.) all
the way down.
2
Set the HS8/HS7/HS5 LEVEL control to the
12-o’clock position, and set both ROOM
CONTROL and HIGH TRIM switches to 0
dB.
3
Turn the power to connected audio source
devices on first, and then turn on power to
the speakers.
NOTICE
When turning power off, turn off the speakers first, and then turn
off connected audio source devices.
4
Play some source material and gradually
raise the level/volume controls on the
source equipment.
NOTICE
Be careful not to suddenly apply an excessively loud signal to the
system. Excessive level can damage the speakers.
5
Set the listening level to a level at which
you can listen comfortably without fatigue
for an extended period of time.