5m) apart. · Position each speaker so that the tweeter is directed toward the listening area. · Generally, bass output will increase as the speaker is moved closer to a wall or corner. · Refer to the "Home Theater" section at right if you also plan to use the speakers for home theater reproduction. HOME THEATER For front-channel use, place one speaker on the left and another on the right, along either side of the television monitor. Since the speakers are magnetically shielded, you can place them near a CRT TV without worrying about the field distorting the TV picture. For surround-channel use, place speakers in corners, on the wall, on bookshelves or on stands alongside the listening position. Final placement depends on room acoustics, availability of space and your listening preference. In 6- or 7-channel configurations, place the rear channel(s) behind the listening position, as shown in Figure 2. NOTE: A JBL powered subwoofer will add impact and realism to both music and film soundtracks. Contact your JBL dealer for recommendations on subwoofer models for your application. Left Front Channel Center Channel Right Front JBL Channel Subwoofer (optional) Couch Left Surround Channel Left Rear Channel Center Rear Channel Right Rear Channel Right Surround Channel Figure 2. This overhead view shows a typical home theater plan. Left/right rear channels are for a 7-channel system. The center rear channel is for a 6-channel system. Left Channel Right Channel Listening Position Figure 1. Experiment with speaker placement to obtain the best bass level and stereo imaging in your room. 3 WALL SURFACE-MOUNTING When deciding upon a location for the JBL Control NOW speaker, take care NOT to install the mounting bracket closer than 3" (horizontal) and 8-1/2" (vertical) to the ceiling...