RCA RTD205 - Manual (Page 7)

Connections and Setup
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Connecting the speakers
Six speakers are provided with the unit (2 front, 1
center, 2 rear, 1 subwoofer). To achieve good
surround effects, all six speakers need to be
connected to the receiver.
One speaker wire is attached with each speaker.
Speaker wires are color-coded to match the
terminals.
Connect the speaker wire from the back of each
speaker to the corresponding color terminal at the
back of the unit. Press down the tab to open the
terminal and insert the wire (1). Release the tab to
lock wire in the terminal (2). Do the same for center
speaker, rear speakers and the subwoofer.
Note: When connecting the speakers, make sure the
polarities (“+” speaker wire to “+” on the receiver) of
speaker wires and terminals match. If the cords are
reversed, the sound will be distorted. Do not ground the
output line, it will damage the speaker.
FR FL SR SL CEN SUB
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Positioning speakers
Left, Right (Front Speakers)
Front speakers carry primarily music and sound effects.
Center
In surround mode, the center speaker carries most of the
dialog as well as music and effects. It should be set between
the left and right speakers.
Surround (Rear Speakers)
The rear speakers’ overall sound balance should be as close
as possible to the front speakers. Proper placement is vital to
establish an evenly distributed sound field.
Subwoofer
A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful low bass
effects (explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.) which
dramatically heighten the action on the screen.
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