Scottflhr,

Pretty much the same here. I set the master volume to 0 then intiate the test tones. I calibrate the speakers at 75 or 80db versus 90. Also, I aim the RS SPL meter at the ceiling for all speaker levels with the round microphone on the meter at what would be ear level. I put the meter on a tripod on my sofa to match the way sound is heard by the listener.

I've found the subwoofer and center channel levels are a matter of taste. I sometimes increase the center up a couple of db depending upon the DVD; sometimes the dialogue needs a little help. The setup gets the sub close then it too gets tweaked.