Panasonic SC-HT822 Operating Instructions Manual

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12RQT7708How 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.≥Use only supplied speakersUsing other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality willbe negatively affected.≥Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them fromfalling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers fromfalling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.Main unit[Note]Keep your speakers at least 10 mm ( 13 / 32q) away from the systemfor proper ventilation.Center speaker≥Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if itis placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on arack or shelf.≥To prevent the speakers from falling do not place the speakersdirectly on top of the television.SubwooferPlace to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdyshelf so that it won’t cause vibration.Leave 10 cm (4q) at the rear for ventilation.Notes on speaker use≥You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if youplay 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 anoscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.–When adjusting the sound quality.–When turning the unit on or off.STEP2 LocatingAC INFront (L) Front (R)Center SubwooferSurround (L) Surround (R)Main unitPlace the front, center, and surround speakers atapproximately the same distance from the seating position.The angles in the diagram are approximate.Setup example➜ See page 11 for otherspeaker setup options.Caution≥The main unit and supplied speakers areonly to be used as indicated in this setup.Failure to do so may lead to damage to theamplifier and/or the speakers, and may resultin the risk of fire. Consult a qualified serviceperson if damage has occurred or if youexperience a sudden change in performance.≥Do not attempt to attach these speakers towalls using methods other than thosedescribed in this manual.