Connecting Your Loudspeakers
The
series
Mv
Mv-ds
uses two-way tri-lobe binding posts.
The
has a keyhole slot built into the terminal
panel for easy attachment to a wall.
All the other models use the terminal panel shown
at the left.
Unscrew each terminal. Thread the bare end of the
cable through the cross-hole ensuring there are no
loose strands. Tighten securely.
Connect the red, positive (+) terminal of the Left
loudspeaker to the corresponding red, positive (+)
amplifier terminal. Connect the black, negative (-)
terminals similarly. Repeat for the Right Channel.
LEFT SURROUND
RIGHT SURROUND
CENTRE
Connecting
Effects Loudspeakers
Stereo Connections
RIGHT
SPEAKER
LEFT
SPEAKER
Speaker Connections
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Low Pass Filter:
Low-level Listening
Testing the system
The subwoofer crossover point should be set having regard to the size and low frequency extension of the main speakers. The role of
the subwoofer is to extend the bass response of the system, not to increase the overall bass level. If the loudspeakers are large the
crossover should be set low, a value around 55 Hz is a good place to start. With smaller speakers this can be increased, up to 85Hz for
the small bookshelf units. As always the final value is determined by listening.
Our ears are far more sensitive to midrange frequencies (2-5 kHz) than bass frequencies. Very low bass and especially percussive
bass is ‘felt’ rather than heard. At low sound levels bass frequencies appear to attenuate faster than midrange and treble. As the level
increases this bass roll-off decreases. Occasionally we may wish to listen to a normally loud piece of music at a low level but with
retention of the bass information.
The simplest way to test the system is to play, at a moderate level, music with deep consistent bass. Switching the subwoofer on and off
should cause change of the depth of bass, and the ambience will also alter. If there is a significant change in bass volume, or a
noticeable step in the bass response, or an increase in coloration when the subwoofer is playing, the setup needs to be refined. By
selecting different crossover and volume settings, you will be able readily to identify the most favourable combination.
6.1 and 7.1 Multichannel
Reproduction
If your processor/amplifier combination features 6.1 or 7.1 operation, you can easily extend the system by purchasing an additional
pair of
loudspeakers for the rear channels.
If your processor has 6.1 capability only, using a pair of spaced loudspeakers for the back channels and connecting them in
parallel to the back channel of your processor will offer a significant audible improvement. If you wish to do this, please consult the
specifications of your A/V amplifier to determine that this connection is feasible. The specifications for the
are at the rear of
this manual. If you are in any doubt, use a single loudspeaker or consult your dealer
Mv-ds
Mv-ds
.
Stereo Reproduction
Left Surround
Left Back
90º
110º
135º
150º
22º
30º
LFE
Centre
Right Back
Right Surround
Right Front
Left Front
Dolby Labs Recommended 7.1 Placement
(Single Back channel for 6.1
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