Helicopter test: 5.1 surround sound test

You can easily test your 5.1 surround sound with a helicopter film clip. We show you how it works.

Test surround sound with a helicopter Youtube video - Here's how!

• The prerequisite for the test is, of course, that your system is completely set up. It is an advantage if the loudspeakers have already been correctly measured and are at the correct distance from your reference position. This can either be your PC armchair or the couch.
• Then start the video on the PC with the helicopter. To do this, you have to set the video resolution in the YouTube player to 1080p, otherwise no 5.1 or 7.1 sound will be output.
• After your start, sit down in your seat and watch the film. Here, the loudspeakers in the room are fully utilized and you can do some fine tuning of your settings if necessary. It works the same way with 5.1 headsets.
• Of course, the video does not replace the measurement of your surround system, as you could, for example, with an intermediate AV receiver. However, it is a good way to demonstrate your system to friends or acquaintances.

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