Pioneer DCS-360 - Manual (Page 2)

Speaker Setup Guide
Check that you have all the speaker accessories.
• Speaker cords x 6
Front left (White) Front right (Red) Center (Green) Surround left (Blue) Surround right (Grey) Subwoofer (Purple)
• Front speakers x 2
• Center speaker x 1
• Surround speakers x 2
• Subwoofer x 1
• Small non-skid pads
(for center speaker) x 4
• Large non-skid pads
(for front and surround speakers) x 16 • Speaker stand bases x 4 • Large non-skid pads
(for subwoofer) x 4 • Screws (for bases) x 12
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Center speaker Subwoofer Front and surround
speakers
Subwoofer
Front left
Surround
left
Listening position
Front right
Surround
right
Center
Connect the speaker system.
Refer to the Setting up your DVD/CD Receiver (the other part of this setup
guide)
to connect the speakers properly. Place them as shown in the
diagram at far left optimal surround sound.
Attach the smaller non-skid pads to the base of the center speaker. The large non-
skid pads are for the front and surround speakers, and the subwoofer (as shown).
Use the adhesive side of the pads to attach them to the base of each speaker and the subwoofer.
This is a standard multichannel surround sound speaker
setup for optimal 5.1 channel home theatre sound.
Standard surround setup 3 Switch on the system and select a
surround listening mode for playback.
See the operating instructions for more on using
the surround listening modes.
Large non-skid pads Small non-skid pads
Once you have aligned the stem and base, secure with the small screws
at the points shown below. Note that the speaker should face in the
direction of the base of the isosceles triangle (outlined below).
Safety precautions when setting up
When assembling the speakers, lay them down flat on their side to avoid accidents or injury. Make sure to use a stable surface
when assembling, setting up, and placing the speakers.
Assembling the speaker stands and securing your front and surround speakers
Attach the speaker stand bases to the stems using the
screws provided.
Screw two picture hooks or similar into the wall behind the speaker. Pass a chain
or cord around the hooks and through the metal catch so that the speaker is
stabilized (make sure to test that it supports the weight of the speaker).
After installing, make sure the speaker is securely fixed.
Secure each of the front and surround speakers using the
metal catch provided.
Caution
Before mounting (see above), keep in mind the following points:
• Remember that the speaker system is heavy and that its weight could cause the screws to work loose, or the wall
material to fail to support it, resulting in the speaker falling. Make sure that the wall you intend to mount the
speakers on is strong enough to support them. Do not mount on plywood or soft surface walls.
• Mounting screws are not supplied. Use screws suitable for the wall material and support the weight of the
speaker.
• If you are unsure of the qualities and strength of the walls, consult a professional for advice.
• Pioneer is not responsible for any accidents or damage that result from improper installation.
The center speaker has a mounting hole which can be used to mount the speaker on the wall.
Wall mounting the center speaker
5 mm to 7 mm
5 mm
10 mm
Rear
Front
Caution
• The metal catch is not a mounting fixture, and the speaker should not be hung
directly from the wall using this catch. Always use a chain or cord when
stabilizing the speaker.
• Pioneer disclaims all responsibility for any losses or damage resulting from
improper assembly, installation, insufficient strength of the installation materials,
misuse, or natural disasters.
Metal catch
Chain or cord
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