Posts tagged '5.1'

Shopping for a surround sound home theater system can be a tricky proposition, as oftentimes you're confronted with reams of paper that make up technical specifications sheet that read like, well, stereo instructions.But terms like "5.1" and "7.1" aren't meaningless marketing gibberish - they're actually very important to know so that you understand exactly what you're getting. Making an effort...

5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound PlacementSpeaker placement is the most important part of   Front Left & Right Speakers (FL & FR): Place you front speakers 3 feet away from the TV on each side. For optimal listening rotate the speakers 22°-30° towards the main seating position. If mounting your front speakers, make sure the main drivers are at ear level height from the main seating position.  ...