Panasonic SC-BT730 - Manual (Page 12)

STEP 2 : Positioning
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Caution
• The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only 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.
• Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this
manual.
• Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the sides.
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field.
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.
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Using “Auto Speaker Setup" (o 19) is a convenient way to get
the ideal surround sound from your speakers when you are
unable to place them.
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm ('% 2 ") away from the system for
proper ventilation.
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Center speaker
Put on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by the speaker can
disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the TV.
Front speakers
Subwoofer
Surround speakers
• Place the speakers at the same height or higher than ear
level.
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• Place the wireless system within approximately 10 m (33
ft.) from the main unit, and in a horizontal position with
the top panel faced upward.
• To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good
airflow around the wireless system, position it with at
least 5 cm (2") of space on all sides.
• Do not use the wireless system or the digital transmitter
in a metal cabinet or bookshelf.
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... ........... wirelessly when you use the optional
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■ ■ ■ (SH-FX71).
For more details, refer to the operating
instructions for the optional wireless system.
• Use only supplied speakers
Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be
negatively affected.
• You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play
sound at high levels over extended periods.
• Positioning speakers In front
It is possible to locate all the speakers in front of the listening position.
However the optimal surround sound effect may not be obtainable.
• 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.
• For optional wall mount, refer to page 40.
■ If irregular coloring occurs on your TV, turn
the TV off for about 30 minutes.
If it persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.
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■ Wireless system
To avoid interference, maintain the following distances
between the wireless system and other electronic devices
that use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz band).
Wireless
system
Wireless LAN:
approx.
2 m ( 6 V 2 ft.)
Cordless phone and
other electronic devices:
approx.
2 m ( 6 V 2 ft.)
The wireless system will automatically seek a clear channel if
any of these other devices interfere with its communication.
When this happens, the wireless link Indicator (“
") flashes
on the main unit, and there is a brief interruption in audio
coming from the surround speakers.
This is the normal operation of the product working to assure
the best possible performance of your home theater system.
If the interference persists, try moving the other devices to
another location outside the range of the wireless system or
move the wireless system nearer to the main unit.
■ Upgrade your system to 7.1 -channel
system
The main unit is designed to enjoy the 7.1ch surround sound.
By connecting 2 units of the Panasonic wireless system
SH-FX71 with 4 speakers, more theater-like effect can be
available.
Necessary equipment:
• 1 optional wireless system (SH-FX71)
•
2 additional speakers
[Impedance: 3 Q to 6 Q, Speaker input power: 100 W (Min)]
• 2 optional wireless systems (SH-FX71)
•
2 additional speakers
[Impedance: 3 Q to 6 Q, Speaker input power: 100 W (Min)]
For more details, refer to the operating instructions for the
optional wireless system.