NHT VT-1.2 Manual Do Utilizador

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„ Placement

The Model VT-1.2 is a floorstanding loudspeaker that requires no stands or mounting hardware other than the included

SpikeKit.  The VT-1.2 is designed for indoor use only.

For best results, the VT-1.2’s are best situated at least six inches from the rear wall (due to the rear vent) and at least one

foot from the side walls.  The speakers should be arranged as symmetrically as possible so that the drivers face the

listening area without obstruction from furniture.  With the VT-1.2’s set up properly, the side-firing woofers face to the

outside (away from the TV) and the tweeters are at approximately ear level.  If possible, arrange the speakers so that the

distance between the listener and the center of the speaker plane is about 1.5 times the distance between the two speak-

ers (fig. 2).  This configuration puts the listener in the center of the stereo image.

The upper portion of the VT-1.2 features magnetically shielded drivers, allowing the speakers to be placed in close prox-

imity to a television without causing picture discoloration.  Ideally, the three front speakers in a home theater system should

be placed at equal height, equidistant, and at ear level from the listening position.  However, it is frequently not possible to

install a center speaker at ear level, as the top surface of most televisions tends to be higher than ear level in the seated

position.  In this case, it is advantageous to tilt or aim the center speaker toward the listening position.

Experimentation is the key to finding the best arrangement in your listening environment.  Be patient, have fun, and remem-

ber that small changes in speaker position can sometimes have a significant effect on the sound.  For example, moving

the speakers nearer to a room boundary (walls, corners) will tend to increase their bass output, but may result in “boomy”

or “muddy” sound.  Conversely, placing the speakers farther away from room boundaries will tend to decrease their bass

output, but may result in greater articulation and better imaging.

In addition, room furnishings play an important role in absorbing and reflecting soundwaves.  Midrange and high frequen-

cies in particular will be absorbed by soft furnishings such as sofas, carpets and  curtains.  A large number of these soft

furnishings will dull the sound, while a “live” room with few furnishings will brighten the sound.  If you are willing to spend

some time fine-tuning the performance of your system, you will enjoy the benefits for years to come.

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„ SpikeKit Installation

A SpikeKit is included with the Model VT-1.2 to provide optimum stability and to firmly couple the speakers to the floor for

improved bass performance.  Each VT-1.2 loudspeaker is shipped with its own SpikeKit.  Caution: the VT-1.2 is unstable

To begin assembly, unpack the SpikeKit and inspect all the parts.  The SpikeKit includes: (2) stabilizer bars, (4) metal

spikes, (4) Phillips head machine screws, (4) lock nuts and (4) rubber feet.  We recommend installing the spikes only after

you have found the ideal location for the speakers.  Begin by installing the stabilizer bars.  Carefully turn the speaker upside

down or on its back and attach the stabilizer bars with the Phillips head machine screws, using a #2 Phillips screwdriver

(fig. 3).  Note: When installing the bars onto the bottom of the speaker, use your fingers to start all the machine

fig. 2

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