![]() If you don’t have a subwoofer, or if your speaker has a built in subwoofer, then you can use the large setting for the main front left/right channels. First, in most cases, you should have all speakers set to “small”, not “large.” When set to large, a speaker plays all frequencies, even low bass that is usually best reserved for your subwoofer(s). We’ve found auto-setups do a consistently good job setting up distance and level, but don’t always choose the ideal settings for crossover/bass-management or EQ. ![]() Of course even if your receiver does have an auto-setup system, we recommend that after running the calibration routine that you follow up with a common sense double check of each setting, provided you already have a tape measure and SPL meter. There are SPL meter applications that you can download for a smartphone, and these will work, but they will likely be much less accurate than consumer-level SPL meter, like the Galaxy Audio CM-130, especially with subwoofers. If you have an older receiver, one without an automatic setup system you’ll need a tape measure for distance and an SPL, or Sound Pressure Level meter, for volume level. More advanced receivers may also apply automatic EQ, such as models utilizing the aforementioned Audyssey MultiEQ or Yamaha’s YPAO, to speakers and subwoofers in an attempt to make them sound as similar and accurate as possible.įor best results, the microphone from your A/V receiver should be placed on a tripod. By plugging it in and following the instructions in the user’s manual, the receiver will recommend a crossover setting, automatically compensate for distance, and adjust the level of individual speakers. If you have a modern A/V receiver, it probably came with a little microphone allows the system to automatically adjust all of these settings. However, some entry level and older equipment will require manual setup. These days, most people will utilize an auto-calibration of some sort, i.e. There are two ways to make these adjustments. We’ll also discuss the Equalization (aka EQ) features of modern Audio/Video Receivers. ![]() For this video, we’re going to explain the importance of setting Crossover, Distance, and Level for your speakers. If not, click the link to take a peek, or visit our YouTube channel to find it and other great videos. Hopefully, you’ve already taken a look at our Speaker Positioning videothat guides you through the setup of where to physically put your home theater speakers. ![]()
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