Monoprice 5.1 Channel Home Theater Satellite Speakers and Subwoofer User Manual

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Package Contents
3. Speaker Placement
4. Connecting the Speakers
5. Connecting the Subwoofer
6. Adjusting the Subwoofer Controls
7. Troubleshooting
8. FAQs

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Monoprice 5.1 Channel Home Theater Satellite Speakers and Subwoofer system. This system is designed to provide high-quality audio for your home theater experience. Please read this manual carefully to ensure proper setup and enjoyment of your new speaker system.

2. Package Contents

• 4 Satellite Speakers
• 1 Center Channel Speaker
• 1 Powered Subwoofer
• 4 C brackets for wall mounting
• Mounting hardware for the brackets
• 2 Plastic feet for center speaker orientation

3. Speaker Placement

For optimal sound quality, follow these speaker placement guidelines:

• Place the center channel speaker directly above or below your TV.
• Position the front left and right satellite speakers at an equal distance from the TV, forming a 45-degree angle with the center speaker.
• Place the rear left and right satellite speakers behind the listening area, at an equal distance from the center speaker.
• Position the subwoofer in a corner of the room for the best bass response. Experiment with different locations to find the best sound quality.

4. Connecting the Speakers

Connect the speakers to your home theater receiver using speaker wire (not included). Follow these steps:

1. Strip approximately 1/4 inch of insulation from each end of the speaker wire.
2. Insert the stripped end of the wire into the spring-loaded signal connector on the back of each speaker. Ensure the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on the speaker match the corresponding terminals on the receiver.
3. Secure the wire by releasing the spring-loaded connector.

5. Connecting the Subwoofer

Connect the subwoofer to your receiver using either line-level or speaker-level inputs, depending on your receiver's capabilities:

• For line-level inputs, use an RCA cable to connect the subwoofer's line input to the receiver's subwoofer output.
• For speaker-level inputs, connect the speaker wire from the receiver's front left and right speaker outputs to the subwoofer's speaker-level input terminals. Then, connect the subwoofer's speaker-level output terminals to the front left and right speakers.

6. Adjusting the Subwoofer Controls

Adjust the subwoofer's crossover frequency and volume balance controls for optimal sound quality:

1. Set the crossover frequency control to match your satellite speakers' frequency range (usually around 150Hz).
2. Adjust the volume balance control to blend the subwoofer's output with the satellite speakers' output.

7. Troubleshooting

1. If there is no sound, check all connections between the speakers, subwoofer, and receiver. Ensure the proper terminals are connected and the wires are securely inserted.
2. If the sound is distorted, lower the volume on your receiver and ensure the speakers are connected to the correct terminals.
3. If the subwoofer is not producing sound, check the connection between the subwoofer and receiver. Adjust the crossover frequency and volume balance controls as needed.

8. FAQs

1. Can I use these speakers with any amplifier?
   Yes, these 8 ohm speakers can be used with any amplifier, even older amps without dedicated subwoofer outputs.
2. What is the speaker wire gauge recommended for these speakers?
   We recommend using 16-gauge speaker wire for optimal performance.
3. Can I purchase individual replacement speakers?
   Unfortunately, Monoprice does not offer individual speakers for replacement. You may need to purchase an entire new set if one speaker fails.
4. Are these speakers wireless?
   No, the Monoprice 5.1 Channel Home Theater Satellite Speakers and Subwoofer system is a wired speaker system.

Q: What are the dimensions of the individual speakers? I'm especially curious about the size of the center channel.

A: The center channel is 4x9.5x4 inches in height, width, and depth, respectively. The subwoofer measures 12x10x12 inches, and the satellites are 6x4x4 inches.

Q: Could anyone recommend a set of towers to make this a 7.1 system?

A: Monoprice sells a set of two speakers separately for use on their own as a 2-channel system or as an add-on to this 5.1 system to make it 7.1. They even sell the subwoofer separately if you ever want to upgrade to a true 7.2 system. Make sure to get the correct set of two Premium Monoprice speakers. Monoprice also sells a lower quality standard 5.1 surround sound system and a set of two extras of that type as well. If you have the correct set, they will exactly match the speakers in the Monoprice Premium 5.1 surround sound speaker set.

Q: Could I use this with a receiver, and what would I need to do to get it to work correctly?

A: Yes, it will work with any 80-100w/channel receiver. Connect using banana plugs and 14 gauge speaker wire. Make sure to get the woofer speaker cable with a Y splitter. Monoprice website sells all the cables you need at a great price.

Q: What speaker stands work with the Monoprice 10565?

A: Any stand will work. You can also purchase wall mounts for your surround speakers.

Q: In comparison to Bose quality sound, do these speakers sound better or about the same?

A: The Monoprice speakers sound way better if set up properly than the Bose Acoustimass system. One user who owned the Bose system for 16 years said that these speakers sound amazing and even better than the high-end studio speakers used during mixing and editing sessions at a major motion picture company.

Q: How do you hook up the subwoofer? Does it need a Y splitter, and how do you do it?

A: You can use simple speaker wire positive and negative. On some systems, there is a dedicated subwoofer positive and negative terminal. If you have a receiver that is 5.2 or 7.2, you can run one RCA cable to the Red and one to the white for the 2 sub outputs.

Q: Why is this listed at $262.30 and says 50% off when the MSRP is $84.10 according to CNET and Monoprice? Deceptive pricing here. Confused.

A: The base price may be $84.10, but with shipping costs, it can be about $120 if purchased directly from Monoprice or other retailers. Amazon offers free shipping, so the price may be less than $110.

Q: Does the unit support both 110/220 voltage input?

A: No, the unit operates on 110 voltage only.

Overall, customers are very satisfied with the Monoprice 5.1 Channel Home Theater Satellite Speakers and Subwoofer. They provide crystal clear sound and booming bass at an affordable price point. Some users have reported issues with individual speakers failing after a few months of use, but Monoprice does not offer individual replacements for purchase. However, users have found success in reaching out to customer service for assistance.