Revolution Xt Home Theatre 5.1; The System; Front Speakers; Centre Channel Speaker - Tannoy Revolution XT Owner's Manual

REVOLUTION XT HOME THEATRE 5.1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
Unlike other forms of encoded surround audio, 5.1 offers full bandwidth capability for the surround and centre
channels, with the ability to treat the subwoofer as a single discreet channel for special effects playback or, for
music applications, as a dedicated low frequency instrument channel. This places new demands on the surround
and centre channel loudspeakers in both the mixing environment and the playback environment.
The 5.1 format allows the mix engineer in the recording studio to assign audio information to one or more discreet
channels of playback; providing very vivid and exacting localisation for the apparent sound sources in the
listening environment. To reliably recreate that accurate localisation during playback, the selection and location of
loudspeakers becomes the single most critical issue next to the talent of the mix engineer in the studio. (See Fig. 6)

THE SYSTEM

A fully operational 5.1 system consists of two main front loudspeakers, two rear effects speakers at the rear
(usually wall mounted) and a centre channel. The subwoofer provides the .1 part of the system.
In home Theatre applications the matched dispersion of all Revolution XT models provides a very focussed
soundstage retaining natural voicing and ensuring that aural effects and speech localisation 'pan' from left to right
and front to rear seamlessly.
WARNING, STRONG MAGNETIC FIELDS
The powerful magnet system in Revolution XT models will cause picture distortion with conventional CRT
televisions and monitors, and should not be used in close proximity. There are no issues with plasma,
LCD or LED televisions or monitors.

FRONT SPEAKERS

The ultra-wide dynamic range and power handling capability of Revolution XT loudspeakers will provide a stunning
home cinema experience. The speakers should be positioned on either side of the TV or projection screen and
then placed in line with the screen surface.

CENTRE CHANNEL SPEAKER

In all cases the centre channel speaker should be positioned as near to the TV screen as possible. The viewing
position when seated determines the ideal mounting height, but in all cases this should be as close as possible to ear
height. As with the main speakers the front baffle panel should be as near as possible in line with the screen surface.
The Revolution XT C can be wired in single wire, bi-wire or bi-amp modes. Please refer to figs. 2, 3 & 4 for
connection guidance bearing in mind that connection should be made to the dedicated centre channel output on
your A/V processor amplifier/s.

REAR EFFECTS SPEAKERS

The integrity of the special effects soundstage created by the source material will be compromised if the speakers
are installed on the sidewalls, for that reason they should always be placed behind the main viewing position.
Placement should mirror as near as possible the location of the front pair and 0.5 metres (20") from the rear wall.

SUBWOOFER

As the subwoofer only produces low frequency, therefore monaural information, it is difficult to detect its location
by ear. It could as a result be situated anywhere in the room, but optimum performance will be gained by locating
the subwoofer between the main stereo pair of speakers. Bass output will increase when placed next to a wall or in
a corner so use the subwoofer volume control to balance the output with the rest of the system.
Please refer to the manual supplied with the subwoofer for advice on installation and set-up.
REVOLUTION XT MANUAL_07