Simple Setup; Step1 Locating; Main Unit - Panasonic SC-HT820V Operating Instructions Manual

Simple setup

1
STEP
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points.
≥Place speakers on flat secure bases.
≥Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.
≥The front left, right and surround speakers are all the same.
Front
(L)
Setup example
Place the front, center, and surround speakers at
approximately the same distance from the seating position.
The angles in the diagram are approximate.
≥Use only supplied speakers
Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will
be negatively affected.
≥Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from
falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from
falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.

Main unit

[Note]
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (
for proper ventilation.
Center speaker
≥Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it
is placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a
rack or shelf.
≥To prevent the speakers from falling do not place the speakers
directly on top of the television.
Subwoofer
Place to the right of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so
that it won't cause vibration.
Leave 10 cm (4q) at the rear for ventilation.
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Locating
Front Surround
(R) (L)
Main unit
q) away from the system
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Surround Center
(R)
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Notes on speaker use
≥You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you
play sound at high levels over extended periods.
≥Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
–When playing distorted sound.
–When the speakers are receiving howling from a record player,
noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an
oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.
–When adjusting the sound quality.
–When turning the unit on or off.
Caution
≥The main unit and supplied speakers are
≥Do not attempt to attach these speakers to
Subwoofer
AC IN
➜ See page 47 for other
speaker setup options.
only to be used as indicated in this setup.
Failure to do so may lead to damage to the
amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result
in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service
person if damage has occurred or if you
experience a sudden change in performance.
walls using methods other than those
described in this manual.