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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 being overpowering. Bass must be tight and accurate so that
the subwoofer reproduces the exact amount of bass present in the music/soundtrack; no more
no less. When installing the DALI IKON SUB MK2 in a surround sound system, we recommend
selecting a fixed level on the sub and adjusting the subwoofer output using the surround (pre-)
amplifiers/receivers setup function.
If bass levels are set too high, distortion will reduce the quality of your listening experience.
Remember that you can boost the bass level by selecting a physical position close to the wall or
even better – in a corner (see chapter “3.0 Positioning”).
5.3 CROSSOVER FREQUENCY ADJUSTMENT
Once you have set the phase and the volume level, you need to adjust the overlap between the
main speakers and the DALI IKON SUB MK2.
5.3.1 USING LINE INPUT
The crossover frequency adjustment on the subwoofer is only possible when using the
LINE INPUT(S).
On the rear of the subwoofer, adjust the CROSSOVER button upwards until you can hear the bass is
even with no drop-outs (Frequency range 50-130 Hz). Smaller speakers typically require a higher
crossover point, whereas larger speakers will accept a lower crossover point. When using your
DALI IKON SUB MK2 together smaller speakers, e.g. the DALI IKON 2, we recommend a crossover
point of approximately 90 Hz (12 o’clock position).
After having adjusted the crossover frequency you may have to re-adjust the volume to
optimise performance.
5.3.2 USING LFE INPUT
When using your DALI IKON SUB MK2 together smaller speakers, e.g. the DALI IKON 1, we
recommend a crossover point of 100 Hz. This must be entered in the menu system of your
(pre-) amplifier/receiver. You might need to enter the ‘small’ setting when selecting type of front
speakers in the AV receiver menu.
Using larger speakers (typically floor-standing front speakers) will allow you to choose a lower
crossover point, and to define your speakers as ‘large’ in the menu system.
If in doubt about the capacity of your speakers, we recommend setting the crossover point quite
high, defining your speakers as small, and finally reducing the crossover point to the lowest
possible position while maintaining an even bass with no drop-outs.
