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Connections (Checking the phase)
Satellite speakers
If the polarities (+/−) of the left and right speakers do not match, they will be out of phase and the
sound of stereo playback will not be normal.
To check the phase, listen to a recording that has strong bass frequencies played through the left
and right speakers in mono and compare.
If the signals are in phase, the output of low frequencies will be strong, and the stereo image will
be centered between the left and right speakers. If the signals are out of phase, the low frequencies
will be weak and the stereo image will be unclear. In this case, check the polarities (+/−) of the con-
nections between the speakers and the amplifier.
The phase can be corrected by reversing the polarity for one speaker. Speaker cables are connected
to the input terminals on the backs of the speakers. The red terminal is positive (+) and the black
terminal is negative (−). Check these carefully when making connections.
