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EIC6 / EIW6
PLACEMENT
A common rule is to position the front speakers so the
distance between the listening area and the wall is 1.5 times
the distance between the speakers. However, the speakers
can be further apart to produce a wider sound stage.
In a typical audio/video multi-channel setup, the listening
area is directly facing the video source (TV or Monitor) and
the center channel is on a direct plane with the listener. If
the listener is 15 feet away from that video source, the left
and right speakers should be .5 feet apart (15’x1.5).
Speaker imaging decreases rapidly the further the listener
is from the speakers. An equidistant speaker arrangement
for multi-channel installation produces the best results.
Position the listener in the middle of the sound stage with
speakers positioned at equal distances.
• Placing speakers close to the audio source (maximum 0
feet) produces the best audio results. If a longer connection
is needed, increase wire size to 1 or 14 gauge.
• Speakers should not be installed closer then ’ from
adjacent or intersecting walls.
• When placing speakers, the front of the speakers should
be free from such obstructions as furniture or built-in
architectural features.
• High and midrange frequencies will be absorbed by fabric,
carpet, curtains and soft furnishings.
• Walls and hard floors will reflect sound waves.
Audio Imaging
Placement Tips
Speaker Placement
Listener
Equidistant
Example
