Definitive Technology ProCinema 6D, Owner'S Manual

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PROCINEMA 6D SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL
c(red) speaker wire (high-level) out on the back of
the ProSub 6D.
5. Wire the – (black) terminal of the left ProMonitor 6D to the left
channel – (black) speaker wire (high-level) out on the back of
the ProSub 6D.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the right ProMonitor 6D.
7. Set the low frequency filter control on the back of the
subwoofer to approximately 10 – 12 o’clock. Please note that
the exact frequency will depend on many factors including
specific positions of the speakers in the room, so you might
experiment with a slightly higher or lower setting to achieve
ideal blending between the sub and the satellites for your
particular setup. Listen to a wide variety of music to determine
the correct setting for this in your system.
8. Set the subwoofer level control to approximately 12 o’clock.
Please note that the exact level depends on many factors
including your room size, positions of the speakers, etc. as well
as your personal listening taste, so you might experiment with
the subwoofer level while listening to a wide variety of music
until you achieve the ideal setting for your system.
9. Wire your center channel to the center channel out on your
receiver (or center channel amplifier) and your left and right rear
surround speakers to the rear channel outputs on your receiver
or rear channel amplifier (taking care that all speakers are in
phase, i.e. + (red) to + (red) and – (black) to – (black)).
10. Set the bass management system of your receiver or decoder
for “Large Left and Right Main Speakers,” “Small Center,”
and “Small Rear Surround Speakers” and “No Subwoofer.”
All the bass information including the .1 channel LFE signal
will be directed to the main left and right channels and into
the subwoofer giving you all the benefits of Dolby Digital.
OPTION FOR METHOD 1 HOOK-UP
In addition to the hook-up as described above, you may use an
RCA-to-RCA low level cable to connect the LFE/sub-out on your
receiver to the low-level LFE/sub-in on a ProSub 6D. Set your
Speaker Setup to “Large Left and Right Main Speakers” and a
“Subwoofer” and “Small Center” and “Small Surrounds.”
METHOD 2
1. Wire the left front ProMonitor 6D directly to the left front
channel of your amplifier or receiver and the right front
ProMonitor 6D directly to the right channel of your amplifier or
receiver taking care that the speakers are in phase, i.e. + (red)
to + (red) and – (black) to – (black).
2. Use an RCA-to-RCA low-level cable to connect the LFE
subwoofer out on your receiver to the LFE input on your subwoofer.
3. Wire your center channel to the center channel out on your
receiver (or center channel amplifier) and your left and right rear
surround speakers to the rear channel outputs on your receiver
or rear channel amplifier (taking care that all speakers are in
phase, i.e. + (red) to + (red) and – (black) to – (black)).
4. Set the Speaker Setup of your receiver or decoder for “Small
Left and Right Main Speakers,” “Small Center” and “Small
Rear Surround Speakers” and “Yes Subwoofer.”
5. Set the variable low-pass crossover to 150 and set the
subwoofer level control to 12 o’clock. Please note that you
can set the subwoofer level either by turning the subwoofer
level control on the back of the subwoofer or with LFE level
adjustment in your receiver. We suggest setting the subwoofer
to 12 o’clock and then making fine adjustments to the
subwoofer level using the LFE level control on your receiver.
METHOD 1
1. First, wire the + (red) terminal of the left channel speaker wire
output of your receiver or amplifier to the + (red) terminal of the
left channel speaker wire (high-level) input of your ProSub 6D.
2. Next, wire the – (black) terminal of the left channel speaker wire
output of your receiver or amplifier to the – (black) terminal of
the left channel speaker wire (high-level) input of the ProSub 6D.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the right channel.
4. Wire the + (red) terminal of the left ProMonitor 6D to the left
PROCINEMA 6D SIX-PIECE
SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM
This system is designed to be used as a 5.1 Dolby/DTS surround
sound home theater.
WHEN MOUNTING
THE SPEAKERS ON A WALL
• The speakers can be mounted on a wall using the
keyhole hook on its rear panel.
• When you mount the speakers, be sure to install
them properly and securely.
1. Screw in one self-tapping screw (commercially available
5/32 inch / 4mm to 3/16 inch / 5mm diameter) into a
wall that has sufficient strength to support the weight
of the speaker,or into reinforcing material on the wall.
2. Hook the keyhole hook on the back of the speaker
onto the head of the self-tapping screw.
• Check that the head of the self-tapping screw hooks securely
into the keyhole hook hole.
• Do not attempt to install this product onto a wall made of material
that may crumble easily, such as mortar or decorative plywood.
Doing so may result in the screw pulling out and speaker falling,
causing damage to the speaker or injury.
• Do not install the speaker using other methods such as nails or
double-sided tape. The nails may become loose due to vibration or
the double-sided tape may peel off due to prolonged use, causing
the speaker to fall.
• Be sure to fix the cables in place so that they cannot be pulled or
tripped over by accident.
• Be sure to check that the product is safe after installation. Please
note that we cannot accept any liability for accidents, etc. that occur
as a result of where or how this product is installed. If you are
unsure of how to install this product safely, request a professional
contractor do the installation work.
CONNECTING YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS
FIGURE 3 – WIRING AND POLARITY
Strip 0.25” (6mm) wire.
1. Unscrew binding post and insert wire.
2. Tighten until wire is secure.
Identify markings on wire and /-.
Ensure that the speaker is always connected
to the receiver or am to + and – to –.
+
-
1
2
Receiver/Amplifier
Satellite Speakers
POSITIONING YOUR
SPEAKERS IN YOUR ROOM
It is important that some simple setup recommendations be
followed in order to assure optimum performance in your room.
Please remember that although these recommendations are
usually valid, all rooms and listening setups are somewhat unique,
so do not be afraid to experiment with the speakers. Remember,
whatever sounds best to you is correct.
POSITIONING THE PROMONITOR 6D SATELLITE
SPEAKERS IN YOUR ROOM
When used as front or side/rear surround speakers, the ProMonitor
6Ds may be placed on a stand, a shelf, or mounted on the wall or
ceiling. If you place the speakers on a shelf, try to position them
forward on the shelf with the front of the speaker even with the
front of the shelf. If you wish to use a stand, we recommend the
Definitive ProStand 60/80/600/800. Definitive stands have been
designed for optimal performance and style. The ProMonitor 6Ds
may be wall mounted by using the keyhole built into the speaker or
by using a ProMount 80/800 pivoting mount available separately.
POSITIONING YOUR PROMONITOR 6D FRONT SPEAKERS
Your two ProMonitor 6D front speakers (please note all ProMonitor
6Ds are exactly the same) should be placed 6 to 8 feet apart and
kept away from side walls and corners if possible. A good rule is
to place the speakers separated by one half the length of the wall
they are positioned along.
Speakers may be angled in toward the listening position or
pointed straight ahead. Note: Angling the speakers in so that
they point directly at the listeners will result in more detail and
greater clarity.
POSITIONING YOUR PROMONITOR 6D REAR/SIDE
SURROUND SPEAKERS
The surround speakers may be located on the side or behind the
listeners. When used on the sides, take care never to locate the
speakers forward of the listeners. The speakers may be located
at or above ear level. If the speakers are placed on the rear wall,
follow the same guidelines given for positioning the front speakers
along the wall.
POSITIONING YOUR PROCENTER 6D CENTER
CHANNEL SPEAKER
The ProCenter 6D can be placed either above or below the TV. If
you are putting the ProCenter 6D on a shelf or on a TV, try to place
it forward with the front of the speaker even with the front of the
TV or the front of the shelf.
PROCENTER 6D VERTICAL ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
Your ProCenter 6D loudspeaker has a simple built-in device which
allows you to adjust the vertical angle of the speaker. Please note
that on the rear/center/underside of the speaker there is a foot.
When you set the speaker down, the speaker will lean back and
rest on the foot. By varying how far you screw in the foot, you
can adjust the vertical angle of the speaker. We suggest that you
position the speaker so that it aims directly toward the height of
the listener’s ear.
SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT
Your Definitive Technology subwoofer has been designed to
operate at frequencies generally below 150 Hz. Because low-
frequency information in this range essentially is non-directional,
your subwoofer can be located anywhere in your listening room
that is most convenient. Also, the continuously variable low-pass
filter operates at a very fast roll-off, ensuring great performance
wherever you place your subwoofer. There are, however, some
general rules that you should bear in mind when locating your
subwoofer:
1. For maximum output, the subwoofer should be placed in
a corner or against the wall, leaving roughly 2”– 4” clearance
between the subwoofer and the wall(s).
2. Corner placement will increase the subwoofer’s efficiency, which
in turn will increase your system’s maximum output and improve
the dynamic capability of the subwoofer.
3. While one Definitive Technology subwoofer will always
sound great, the use of two subwoofers will definitely enhance
your system’s performance by providing a smoother and more
consistent response pattern. Here, it is recommended that you
locate the subwoofers on the same side of the room as the
main speaker of the same channel.
4. Always remember that frequency response and output level
are greatly influenced by the subwoofer’s placement. A
movement of even a foot or two can dramatically change your
system’s response characteristics. You should experiment with
placement in your particular listening room in order to achieve
the highest performance from your subwoofer.
5. Your subwoofer contains a powerful amplifier inside its
cabinetry. When placing the subwoofer into a built-in cabinet,
please be sure it receives a clear flow of cooling air. If your
subwoofer is to be located in a closed-back cabinet, be sure
to put some ventilation holes in the cabinet back behind the
subwoofer’s back panel.
POWERING UP YOUR SUBWOOFER
Your subwoofer contains a built-in, active powered subwoofer
section as well as an electronic crossover and so each subwoofer
must be plugged into an electrical socket of the appropriate
voltage (as indicated on the back of your unit). The subwoofer has
a special circuit which automatically turns the powered subwoofer
section on when a signal is fed to the loudspeaker and does
not require an on-off switch. The red LED on the back panel will
light up when a signal is sensed and the amplifier turns on. It will
automatically turn off a little while after the signal is discontinued.
Please note that after the cessation of a signal, it may take up to an
hour for the amplifier to actually turn off from active to standby mode.
SUBWOOFER OPERATING CONTROLS
Your Definitive Technology ProSub 6D subwoofer is equipped
with a full complement of operating controls to ensure complete
flexibility and maximum performance in any installation. Most of
them basically are the “set and forget” type, although occasionally
certain controls will require minor adjustments.
LEVEL CONTROL
This control varies how loud the subwoofer plays. Please
follow the level control suggestions in the hook-up section.
LOW-PASS FILTER
Your subwoofer’s back panel features a continuously variable
low-pass filter. If you are using the low-level LFE input, you will
normally turn the Low-Pass Filter Control all the way up to 150. If
you are using Method 1 System Hook-up, you will normally set the