How To Install; When Installing Directly On The Floor; Choosing Where To Place The Speaker Systems - Pioneer S-81B-LR-K Operating Instructions Manual

How to install

Choosing where to place the speaker systems

• Sounds played through speaker systems are easily affected in
subtle ways by the conditions in the listening space.
• For best sound, choose a solid floor upon which to place the
speakers, and position the speakers as shown below. The level
of low sounds can be adjusted by moving the speakers closer
to or further from the wall. Adjust the speakers so that they are
equidistant from their respective side walls to assure balanced
sound.
50 cm
20 cm
11
(19 / in.)
16
7
(7 / in.)
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• Place the left and right speakers equal distances from your
listening position for good stereo sound. Use speaker cords of
the same length for each speaker.
• So far as possible, place the front left and front right speakers
on the same plane as the TV screen.
• To achieve optimum surround sound, you should place the TV
between the left and right speakers, with the speakers
pointing at a 50 to 60 degree angle toward the listening
position.
• If the room has a lot of reverberation, we recommend hanging
heavy fabric on the walls, and/or putting a carpet on the floor
to damp the sound. For best results, cover walls completely.
• These speakers are bookshelf-type speakers which will give
their best performance when placed on a solid, level surface
off the floor. Placing the speakers directly on the floor will
result in boomy, undefined sound. Ideally, the tweeters should
be at about ear level when seated in your listening position.
We recommend using the CP-81B-K/MK speaker stand for
optimal sound and stability.
If you choose to use the CP-81B-K/MK speaker stand, make
sure you secure it with the screws provided.
(for more details, refer to the operating instructions of
CP-81B-K/MK)
• Pioneer assumes no liability whatsoever for damages
resulting from assembly, improper mounting, insufficient
reinforcement, misuse of the product, acts of nature, etc.
S-81B-LR-QL/W only
• The cabinet uses sliced veneer made of natural wood. Do not
place the speaker where it will be in direct sunlight, and avoid
positioning it near heaters and air conditioners. Doing so may
cause warping and discoloration of the speaker cabinet and
damage to the speaker.

When installing directly on the floor

Use the furnished spikes or non-skid pads when installing the
speaker directly on floor surface.
Using the spikes
This speaker system includes spikes that you can use to isolate
the speaker from the floor. Use the supplied spike bases to avoid
scratching the floor or other surface where the speaker is placed.
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embedded in the bottom of the speaker.
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the three spikes will strike when the speaker is set down.
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the speaker does not rock.
• Always use the spike bases as shown, with the indented
If you do not use the spike bases when placing the
speakers, the spikes may cause damage to the floor. If
you plan on using the spikes we highly recommend to
use the spike bases.
• It is very dangerous to try and set the spike while tilting the
Twist the spikes into the threaded metal inserts
Set the spike bases in the positions where the points of
Set the speaker on the spike bases and check to confirm
surface facing up to receive the spike point.
speaker. Be sure to place the unit on a soft area (such as a
blanket) so that it does not damage the floor, and carry out the
installation with at least two people.
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