Cambridge SoundWorks MC300IW In-Wall LCR Loudspeaker - Manual (Page 5)

USE AND PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS
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The MC300IW is designed as an LCR loudspeaker.
This means that it is both ideal as a main Left and
Right channel loudspeaker, and equally suitable as a
horizontal center channel loudspeaker in a home the-
ater system. The compact MTM (Mid-Tweeter-Mid)
array, and crossover topology used in the MC300IW
allow it to be used both vertically and horizontally with
even dispersion. The MC300IW uses shielded magnet
assemblies, so that it may safely be built in to a cabi-
net or wall adjacent to a CRT based video monitor.
Because the MC300IW has very wide and uniform dis-
persion there is a great deal of flexibility in placement.
The ideal location should provide an unobstructed
path from the speakers to the listeners.
For the best effect used as a stereo pair for music
separate the speakers by at least four to eight feet.
The ideal separation is roughly equal to the distance of
the speakers to the listener. Try to place the left and
right speakers at a similar distance from the primary
listening position.
Similar rules apply when used as part of a home
theater installation. For the best home theater effect,
the speakers should be placed symmetrically around
the video monitor. The Center channel should be
placed as close to the monitor as possible, centered
directly above or below it.
To reduce the detrimental effects of side wall reflec-
tions on imaging, it is best to keep the speakers at
least 18" away from room corners or wall/ceiling borders.
The MC300IW has adequate bass range to be used
as a full range speaker in small rooms at moderate
levels. In home theater applications, or in larger
rooms, use of a subwoofer is strongly recommended.
See your Cambridge SoundWorks retailer or installation
professional for help in selecting a suitable subwoofer.