Denon DHT-500SD Operating Instructions Manual page 8

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G SURR. BACK PRE OUT jack
Use SURR. BACK PRE OUT jack to connect additional POWER AMPLIFIER and two speaker systems.
You can enjoy 7.1ch surround system.
H
AC Power Cord
When all the connections have been finished, plug the AC power cord into an AC wall socket.
G
IN
POWER AMPLIFIER
(for SURR. BACK ch)
• Connect the power amplifier for center
and SURR. BACK speaker system.
(2) Connection to Speakers (SYS-500SD)
Speaker Connections
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the speakers with a sudden high-level signal, be sure to switch the power off before
connecting the speakers.
• The ADV-500SD's red speaker terminals are the "+" (positive) terminals and the black terminals are the "–"
(negative) terminals.
• The "+" side of the speaker cable is marked to make it distinguishable from the "–" side of the cable.
Connect this marked side to the red "+" terminal and the unmarked side to the black terminal.
• Prepare the speaker cords for connection by stripping off approximately 10 mm or less (no more as this could
cause a short-circuit) of the outer insulation.
Twist the wires tightly together so that they are not straggly.
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ADV-500SD
H
TO AC outlet
IN
SURR. BACK (L) Speaker
SURR. BACK (R) Speaker
SPEAKERS
FRONT (L/R) BLACK
CENTER BLACK
REAR (SURROUND)(L/R) BLACK
SURR.BACK SUBWOOFER BLACK
How to connect
Press the lever, insert the stripped and twisted end
(approx. 3/8") of the cord, then release the lever :
Make sure it is fastened securely by pulling the cord
lightly.
CAUTION:
The metal portions of the two separate wires
should not touch or an electrical short can occur.
Shorted wires can create a fire hazard or induce
a failure in your equipment.
Connection the speaker terminals
1. Push the lever. 2. Insert the cord.
Positioning of the Speakers
The positioning of speakers differs according to the
size and acoustics of the listening room. While
actually listening to a program source, try various
speaker positions to determine which layout
provides the best surround effect.
Place the speakers connected to "L" to your left,
and "R" to your right.
A Front speakers (SC-A500SD)
Place the front speakers in front of the listening
position, to the left and right of a TV.
Front speakers are required for all surround modes.
B Center speaker (SC-C500SD)
Place a center speaker between the front speakers,
on or below the TV. This speaker stabilize the sound
image.
- +
RED
RED
RED
RED
C Surround speakers (SC-A500SD)
Install these speakers above the level of the
listener's ears, to the left and right.
Do not install the surround speakers too far behind
the listening position. It might be effective to direct
the rear speakers towards a wall or ceiling to further
disperse the sound.
D Passive Subwoofer (DSW-500SD)
Reproduces powerful and deep bass sounds.
Subwoofers are most effective when placed on or
near the floor and in a corner of the room. Refer to
the instructions that came with your subwoofer for
3. Return the lever.
placement suggestions.
E Surround back speakers (SURR. BACK SP.)
If you add the Surround back speaker(s), you can
enjoy 6.1 ch surround sound or 7.1 ch surround
sound. (ex: DOLBY DIGITAL EX, DOLBY PRO LOGIC
IIx, DTS ES, DTS NEO 6, etc.)
Place the speaker behind of the listening position.
B
A
C
A
D
C
E
(1 or 2 speakers)