AVR600 - Arcam

speakers
The AVR600 allows you to connect up to seven speakers
and three active subwoofers in the main system. The
output channels correspond to speakers installed in the
front left, centre, front right, surround left, surround
right, surround back left, surround back right and an
active subwoofer.
The configuration and placement of your speakers
is very important. All speakers, with the exception of
the subwoofer, should be arranged around your normal
viewing/listening position. The subwoofer should be
placed in a position which gives an even frequency
response in all listening positions. Incorrect placement
leads to bass boom in some areas. Often the only
way to find a good position for your subwoofer is by
experimentation. A good place to start experimenting
is close to a wall but at least 1m away from any corners.
You can also consult your subwoofer handbook for
placement suggestions.
Connecting speakers
To connect each of the
speakers, unscrew the
corresponding terminals on
the back of the AVR600, insert
the speaker wires through
the hole in each post and
screw the terminals back
up. Make sure that the red
(positive/+) terminal of the
speaker is connected to the
red (positive/+) terminal on
the back panel, and the black
(negative/–) terminal of the
speaker is connected to the
black (negative/–) terminal on
the back panel.
It is important that no stray
strands of wire from these
connections are allowed to
touch another cable or the
product casing. Failure to
ensure this can cause a short circuit and damage your
AVR600.
Do not over-tighten the loudspeaker terminals, or use a
wrench, pliers, etc., as this could damage the terminals
and this would not be covered under the product’s
warranty.
Speaker cables
The speakers should be connected to the amplifier using
good-quality, high-purity, low impedance copper cables.
Cheap speaker cables should be avoided – they are a
false economy and can significantly degrade the sound
quality.
The cable runs to the speakers should be as short as
practicable. Connections to the speaker terminals
should always be finger tight, whether using bare wires
or spade connectors.
Connecting subwoofers
The AVR600 also allows up to three
active subwoofers to be connected
to the SW1, SW2 or SW3 outputs.
See your subwoofer handbook
for the correct setting up and
connection for your particular
subwoofer.
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