Recommended speaker layouts (Basic)

The following layouts are ideal speaker configurations that allow you to fully utilize the performance of this product.

The following sections present the speaker placement for 5.1.2-channel and 7.1-channel configurations.

5.1.2-channel configuration

It provides a natural and immersive listening environment suitable for all types of content. It is recommended for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

There are three placement options for height speakers: Top (ceiling), Front Height (front wall), and Dolby Enabled Speakers (on top of the front speakers).

Setting changes are required when placing the height speakers on the front wall or when using Dolby Enabled Speakers as height speakers.

When the height speaker placement is Front Height

When the height speaker placement is Top

NOTE
  • You can connect up to two subwoofers (with built-in amplifiers). Both subwoofers output the same audio signal.
  • If using only one subwoofer, you may place it on either side.
  • The following connections cannot be used at the same time:
  • Height speakers
  • Surround back speakers
  • ZoneB speakers
  • Bi-amp connections
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7.1-channel configuration

This system allows you to enjoy extended surround sound using surround back speakers.

If surround back speakers are used, the settings must be changed.

NOTE
  • You can connect up to two subwoofers (with built-in amplifiers). Both subwoofers output the same audio signal.
  • If using only one subwoofer, you may place it on either side.
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