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5 . 0 I N S T A L L I N G A N D A D J U S T I N G
Start by checking that the VOLtAGE selector is set to a voltage that corresponds to the voltage of
your mains output.
WARNING: If the VOLTAGE selector is not set correctly, there is a serious risk that the
electronics of the subwoofer will suffer permanent damage.
After setting the VOLtAGE selector, move the POWER switch to ON. Adjusting the subwoofer
is done using the controls on the rear side of the subwoofer in accordance with the following
tuning method, which will help you achieve the best results: Play a piece of music you know well,
preferably one including rhythmic bass such as kettle drums, bass guitar etc.
Since the performance is highly dependent on the main speakers, the listening room, the
subwoofer position in the room and your personal preferences, we recommend experimenting
with different settings to achieve the best listening results rather than giving any specific advice
on settings.
NOTE:
the position of the subwoofer will significantly affect its contribution to the overall sound
(see chapter “3.0 Positioning”). When you have decided which method of connection you want
to use and you have positioned the subwoofer, you can begin the process of tuning the system.
You are now ready to adjust your DALI FAZON SuB 1.
5.1 PHASE SETTING
the PHASE switch of the subwoofer has two settings: 0 degrees or 180 degrees. the phase setting
will adjust the timing between the subwoofer and the main speakers. to set the phase, do the
following:
1)
turn up the volume of your subwoofer (see figure 3) a little higher than you would normally.
2)
Set the crossover point to maximum (150 Hz).
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NOTE:
If you have connected the subwoofer via LFE instead of LINE level you need to set the
crossover point for your subwoofer to maximum in the menu of your surround sound (pre-)
amplifier. You might need to enter ‘small’ when selecting type of front speakers in the menu.
3)
In your listening position, play music of the type previously described.
4)
toggle between 0° and 180° while focusing on the bass output.
the optimal setting of the PHASE switch is where you experience maximum bass output.
5.2 VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
On the rear of the subwoofer you can increase or reduce the volume by turning the VOLuME
control clockwise or counter clockwise.
the volume should be adjusted so that the bass matches the level of your main speakers. You
should be able to appreciate your subwoofer’s contribution to the overall sound without it ever
