Panasonic SC-HT16 Operating Instructions Manual page 6

Speaker setup
Placement and connections of speakers
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Place the speakers.
e.g., SC-HT17
Front
speaker (L)
Surround speaker
(L)
Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance
from the seating position.
The angles in the diagram are approximate.
Front speakers (left, right)
Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is good
coherency between the picture and sound.
Center speaker
Place underneath or above the center of the TV. Aim the speaker at the seating
area.
Surround speakers (left, right)
Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating area, higher than ear level.
Subwoofer
The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a reasonable
distance from the TV.
Note that some experimentation can yield the smoothest low frequency
performance. Placement near a corner can increase the apparent output level, but
can result in unnatural bass.
Preventing the speakers from falling over
Attach screw eyes (not included) to secure the speakers to a wall
(diagram on the right).
• Obtain the screws appropriate to the walls and pillars to which they are
going to be fastened.
• Consult with a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate
procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that may not
have strong enough support. Improper installation may result in
damage to the wall or speakers.
If irregular coloring occurs on your television
The supplied speakers are designed to be used close to a
television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions
and setup combinations.
If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes.
The television's demagnetizing function should correct the
problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the
television.
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Supplied
accessories
Center speaker
Front speaker (R)
Subwoofer
Surround
speaker (R)
Rubber pads
SC-HT17
Positioning for best effect
How you set up your speakers can affect the
SC-HT16
bass and the sound field.
SC-HT15
Note the following points.
Surround speakers
• Attach the included rubber pads to the base
of the center speaker (SC-HT16 and
SC-HT15: center and surround speakers).
This prevents vibration from causing the
speakers to move or fall over. Use 4 pads
per speaker.
• Place speakers on flat secure bases.
• Placing speakers too close to floors, walls,
and corners can result in excessive bass.
Place on a shelf or
Cover walls and windows with a thick
rack.
curtain.
Attaching the rubber pads
Bottom of surround speaker (SC-HT16 and
SC-HT15)
Bottom of center speaker
Note
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32")
away from the system for proper ventilation.
Caution
• The main unit and supplied speakers are only to be
used as indicated in this manual. Failure to do so may
lead to damage to the receiver and/or the speakers,
and may result in the risk or fire. Consult a qualified
service person if damage has occurred or if you
experience a sudden change in performance.
• Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using
methods other than those described in this manual.
SC-HT16
SC-HT15
Rubber pads
Rubber pads
screw eyes
(not included)
Speaker
Wall