How do you set up a THX speaker?
The best placement for the speaker bar is your bar right below your TV. We don’t recommend placing the speaker bar above your TV or somewhere else in the room. For the optimal sound experience, it should be right below your TV set, should not be tilted, and it should align and face vertically with your TV screen.
How many speakers does THX have?
THX-certified speakers guarantee: Three identical & tonal identical front speakers with extremely low tolerances for a homogeneous, precise reproduction.
Did THX go out of business?
The current THX was created on June 12, 2002, when it spun off from Lucasfilm Ltd….THX.
| Type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Services | Sound recording and reproduction Quality assurance Audio crossover |
| Parent | Lucasfilm (1983–2002) Creative Technology (2002–2016) Razer Inc. (2016–present) |
| Website | thx.com |
Which way should surround speakers face?
As such, surround speakers, both side and rear, should face the opposite wall. Doing so creates a sense of spaciousness more akin to how humans hear sounds behind us. Pointing surround speakers at the opposite wall provides a more exciting movie-watching experience.
Is DTS or Dolby better?
DTS is encoded at a higher bit-rate and therefore is considered by some experts to be better quality. Others argue that Dolby Digital’s technology is more advanced and produces better sound quality at a lower bit-rate.
How high should surround sound speakers be placed?
The surround speakers should be slightly higher than the front speakers in the room. Ideally, about 1 to 2 feet above head height when sitting down. This is because the surround channels are there to create an ambient sound in your room. So, you should benefit if they are slightly further away from your ears.
What do you need to know about THX home theater?
If you play video games or enjoy movies in surround sound, THX Listening modes and THX Loudness Plus will greatly improve the experience. In addition, you should try to pick a receiver with enough inputs (HDMI, component, etc.) for your home entertainment system.
How big of a room do you need for THX?
THX Certified Compact products are for smaller rooms, up to 1,000 cubic feet in size, with an 8 foot viewing distance from the screen. Say your space is a nook or a small office: you won’t have surrounds, so your best bet is a THX Certified Multimedia (desktop) speaker system.
How many remotes do you need for THX I / S Plus?
THX I/S Plus is for small home theaters with seats six to eight feet away from the screen. Make it plain. If you have five remotes on the table, you’re doing it wrong. The goal is to operate the system using a single remote that the least tech-savvy person in the house can understand.
What should I know about setting up speakers for home theater?
Whether you are setting up your computer speakers or a complex home theater bundle, understanding the art and science of speaker channels and placement is the most critical step in enjoying your new sound system. Read on as we guide you through a crash course in surround sound setup. Why Should I Care?