Klipsch Synergy Series Technology
The Klipsch Synergy Series is a complete, matched family of high performance loudspeakers that
offers superior home theater and two-channel performance. This series is anchored by the SB-1 main
channel speakers, with the voice-matched companion SC.5 center and SS.5 surround speakers com-
pleting the family. A smaller version of our newest square Tractrix Horn, is paired with high output
polymer cone woofers to maximize the clarity and dynamic impact from today’s digital sources. The
speakers feature video shielding and a “floating” grille design that gives the speakers a handsome,
contemporary style with minimal sonic interference. Flush mounted components and narrow front
profiles are combined with time-aligned drivers and simple, minimum phase filter networks to provide
truly extraordinary soundstaging. The rear soundfield, in a full surround system configuration, is pro-
vided by the Klipsch SS.5 speakers. These speakers contain an array of three drivers that flood the
back of the listening room with high quality direct and reflected sound, providing both pinpoint rear
channel imaging and ambient envelopment.
Speaker Placement
SYNERGY SB-1 MAIN SPEAKERS
Both speakers should be placed on the same wall facing the listening area. For best results, use a high
quality rigid stand that places the speaker’s horn tweeter at ear level when seated. Space the loud-
speakers so they are between six and 15 feet apart. The listening area should be at least the same
distance back from the plane of the loudspeakers as they are apart. For a higher quality stereo image,
angle, or toe in, the speakers towards the listener.
The desired spread between the speakers may be different for a home theater application than it
would be for a two-channel audio system. Some correlation between the size of the video and sonic
image may dictate the final placement of the speakers. For best results, bring the main speakers for-
ward of the location of the center speaker so that all three front speakers are equidistant from the
central viewing position. Some surround electronics allow you to accomplish this electronically by
inputting the distance from the viewing seat to each speaker.
Additional bass output will result if you place the speakers in a corner or near a wall due to the addi-
tional reflected energy from these surfaces. This may, however, degrade imaging quality so these two
attributes must be balanced depending upon your sonic priorities. Room acoustics vary, so experiment
with specific placement within the listening area. Four stick-on rubber feet are included to attach to
the speaker bottom for installation on hard surfaces.
SYNERGY SC.5 CENTER SPEAKER
Place the center speaker on top of or just below the video screen, centered. This anchors center channel
sounds to the on-screen image, particularly for off-center viewers. When placing the speaker below the
television, invert the speaker so that it rests on the angled top portion of its cabinet. This will direct the
sound up to compensate for a low placement height. The grille may be installed in an inverted position
so the Klipsch logo is properly oriented. Four stick-on rubber feet are included for attachment to the
speaker bottom to prevent vibration and scratching of the television cabinet or shelf.
SYNERGY SS.5 SURROUND SPEAKER
Due to their full 180° coverage pattern, the SS.5s offer a high degree of placement flexibility and will
perform well in a variety of locations. The most common placement for home theater rooms is on the
side walls, adjacent to or behind the listening area, or on the rear walls near the corners of the room.
A height of approximately five to seven feet from the floor to the base of the speaker is recommended.
Your Klipsch surround speaker may be wall mounted by using the supplied keyhole bracket on the
rear of the cabinet. This bracket is intended to attach to a screw secured into a wall stud.
WALL MOUNTING THE SS.5 SURROUND SPEAKER
• Install the four rubber stick-on bumpers (one on each corner of the rear panel of the speaker)
to provide clearance for the speaker wire between the wall and cabinet. This will also prevent the
speaker from marring the wall.
