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SPEAKER PLACEMENT RULES
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It is vitally important that any speakers mounted above the floor be
properly secured! Safety must come first. Never place speakers on a shelf
without an approved retaining mechanism. Never screw eye-loops or other
hardware directly into speaker cabinets. Unsecured or improperly secured
speakers represent a safety hazard which can result in serious injury.
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The installation of any home theater system represents a balancing of aesthetic and functional
requirements which frequently are at odds with each other. The following information should
be used to optimize the placement of the speakers and achieve the best results while still
conforming to the architectural limitations inherent in the installation.
CENTER MAIN
1. If the speaker is behind a perforated screen, place it as far forward as possible, nearly
touching the screen.
2. If it is above or below the screen, it must be placed as close as possible to the edge of the
screen, along the same plane as the screen.
3. If it is on a shelf, in a pre-fabricated hole in the wall or in a cabinet opening, place it as far
forward as possible.
3.1. Any gap around the speaker must be filled. If the gap is
1" closed-cell foam can be
used. For gaps greater than 1" it is recommended that you "frame" the speaker with §3"
MDF, plywood or other solid panel material.
4. Do not allow anything to obstruct the baffle area of the speakers.
4.1. If decorative cloth is placed in front of the speakers, be sure the frame for the cloth
does not obstruct the front of the speaker.
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