NHT VS-1.2a - Manual (Page 3)

When used as front or rear satellite speakers, the VS-1.2a’s
should be arranged as symmetrically as possible.The speakers
should be slightly toed-in and the drivers should face the
listening area without obstruction from furniture. If possible,
arrange the speakers so that the distance between the listener
and the center or the speaker plane is about 1.5 times the
distance between the two speakers (fig. 3). This configuration
puts the listener in the center of the stereo image.
For 5.1-channel discrete digital surround systems, we rec-
ommend that all five speakers be placed equidistant from the lis-
tening position. For Dolby Pro-Logic ® systems, it is preferable to
have a more diffuse, ambient sound radiating from behind the lis-
tening position. This is accomplished by placing the rear (sur-
round) speakers so that they fire across the room at each other
(not directly toward the seating position), and by placing them 3
to 4 feet above ear level.
Experimentation is the key to finding the best arrangement in
your listening environment. Be patient, have fun, and remember
that small changes in speaker position can sometimes have a
significant effect on the sound. For example, moving the
speakers nearer to a room boundary (walls, corners) will tend to
increase their bass output, but may result in “boomy” or “muddy”
sound. Conversely, placing the speakers farther away from
room boundaries will tend to decrease their bass output, but may
result in greater articulation and better imaging.
In addition, room furnishings play an important role in absorbing and reflecting soundwaves. Midrange and high frequen-
cies in particular will be absorbed by soft furnishings such as sofas, carpets and curtains. A large number of these soft
furnishings will dull the sound, while a “live” room with few furnishings will brighten the sound. If you are willing to spend
some time fine-tuning the performance of your system, you will enjoy the benefits for years to come.
„ „ Speaker Stand and Shelf Mounting
When used in the vertical (upright) orientation, the VS-1.2a may be placed on a rigid speaker stand. NHT offers a 26.5”
stand (OneStand) which is ideally suited for the VS-1.2a. Refer to the OneStand owner’s manual for detailed installation
instructions. Additionally, the VS-1.2a may be placed on a shelf or in a cabinet, however this placement may have a
detrimental effect on the sound. For best results, place the speaker as far forward as possible to the front edge of the
cabinet.
„ „ Wall Mount Bracket
fig. 1 fig. 2
Parts List:
2 brackets
2 long screws (#10 x 2” pan head)
4 short screws (#7 x 3/4” pan head)
1 template (included with owner’s manual)
Tools you will need:
power drill with 1/8-inch bit
Philips screwdriver or power driver
studfinder
level
fig. 3
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