Question 1

Where should I place surround sound speakers?

Accepted Answer

For a 5.1 setup: the center speaker goes above or below the TV, front left and right speakers at 22-30 degrees from center at ear level, and surround speakers at 110-120 degrees behind your seating position, slightly above ear level. The subwoofer works best in a front corner.

Question 2

What is the ideal seating distance for home theater?

Accepted Answer

The ideal seating distance depends on your screen size. For a 65-inch TV, sit 5.5-8 feet away. For a 100-inch projector screen, 8-13 feet is ideal. The sweet spot is where the screen fills about 30-40 degrees of your field of vision.