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Installing the Speakers
Positioning
Left and right front speakers should be positioned so that your TV is exactly centered between them. This
will help focus your attention towards the screen.
For the best overall imaging, the left speaker should be set exactly the same distance and angle away
from your listening position as the right speaker. It is recommended that you use a tape measure to set
them up to be the same distance away within about half an inch tolerance.
If you have a smaller TV, the speakers should be no more than two feet away from the sides of the TV. If
possible, have the center, left and right speakers at the same height (within two feet). This will help give a
smooth transition when sound effects move from speaker to speaker.
Ideally, the speakers should be no closer than two feet from the rear and side walls in order to reduce any
reflections that might upset imaging. If your speakers are closer than this, you can experiment by adding
sound deadening material such as drapes on the walls to reduce any unwanted reflections.
ERT-8.3 Installation
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Outriggers
ERT-8.3 speakers have adjustable brushed aluminum outriggers for maximum stability. During
shipping, they are set to the ‘in’ position. To adjust the outriggers to the ‘out’ position, gently place
each ERT-8.3 on its back, and remove the screws holding the outriggers in place. Once the
screws are removed, slide the outriggers outward, lining up the drilled holes in the outriggers with
the threaded inserts in the bottom of the speaker cabinet and carefully replace and tighten the
screws. Do not over-tighten.
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Outrigger Cones (feet)
Each ERT-8.3 comes with four brushed aluminum cones (or feet) that attach to the outriggers.
These are located inside a cutout area in the top or bottom end caps of the ERT-8.3 packaging.
Peel away the clear taps covering the cutout area and remove the cones, which are in individual
plastic bags. Each cone is capped with a piece of felt on the narrow end, and topped with a screw
at the wider end. Install the cones by carefully threading them into the screw inserts on the outer
edge of the outriggers. The cones should fit snugly inside the circular recessed area around the
screw inserts.
ERM Bookshelf Installations
If you are placing ERM speakers on a bookshelf or within a cabinet, allow room to the sides to eliminate
unnecessary reflections and place the speaker close to the edge. In most cases you will select the
Boundary Compensation switch to "ON"
When installing in bookshelves or other cavities with near field boundaries, set the Boundary
Compensation switch to “ON”.
ERM Stand Mounting
If you are placing your ERM speakers on stands, be sure to place them at equal distances from the
listening position with respect to the left and right sides. This will ensure the most accurate stereo or
multichannel reproduction. Also, ensure the footprint of the speaker is well supported by the stand. The
Boundary Compensation switch position on the ERM speaker will depend on the proximity to other walls
or large furniture.
