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Running-in

Like any other mechanical system, a speaker needs to be "run in", so you 
can look forward to a gradual improvement in sound quality over the ini-
tial period. Unlike other mechanical systems, a DALI speaker does not wear 
out - in fact, regular use will extend its lifetime.

Connection

The connection to your amplifier is extremely important for your sound 
experience. 

Always turn off your amplifier before connecting any cables or altering 
any connections.

Always use cables of the same type and length for left and right speak-
ers. We recommend using special speaker cables from DALI, available from 
your dealer.

For the perfect sound experience, the right speaker must be connected to 
the output terminal marked "R" or "Right" on your amplifier and the left 
speaker to the terminal marked "L" or "Left".

A detail that is often overlooked is connection in the correct phase, i.e. the 
red terminal (+) on the amplifier should be connected to the red terminal 

(+) on the speaker, and the black terminal 
(-)  on  the  amplifier  should  be  connected 
to  the  black  terminal  (-)  on  the  speaker. 
(Fig.  1)  If  just  one  speaker  in  a  stereo  or 
surround sound system is not connected in 
phase, the bass will be weak and the over-
all sound will be diffuse.

Always switch off your amplifier before adjusting any of the cables!

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Fig. 1. Stereo connection

Summary of Contents for speakers

Page 1: ...MANUAL www dali dk...

Page 2: ...artment where first class equipment and know how built up over many years ensure constant development and optimisation of existing and future models We always keep our goal firmly in view for each and...

Page 3: ...t these cones be positioned correctly to ensure the stability of the speakers Please use the accompanying template which can be found at one end of the packaging for mounting the 4 self adhesive cones...

Page 4: ...ecial speaker cables from DALI available from your dealer For the perfect sound experience the right speaker must be connected to the output terminal marked R or Right on your amplifier and the left s...

Page 5: ...circuit and damage the amplifier Fig 2 Surround sound amplifiers have similar output terminals to stereo speakers usually labelled Front Centre and Rear Fig 3 For further information please refer to t...

Page 6: ...on Piano Forte Your front speakers are operated directly by the amplifier and so must not be connected to Piano Forte Surround sound amplifiers generally have a sep arate subwoofer output terminal Amp...

Page 7: ...arate preamplifier output terminal and detachable power amplifier Fig 7 With this solution you have the option of using a more powerful power amplifier for the front speakers The partially passive sol...

Page 8: ...ou wish to use you must begin the task of tuning the system Following the procedure below will help you to achieve good results Use a piece of music that you know well ideally with rhythmic bass tone...

Page 9: ...ve the best results with Phase set to 180 However this will depend on the front speakers you are using Once again your ears must be the judge Use the trial and error method for both set tings and you...

Page 10: ...tup and tuning will provide a significantly better sound experience Here are some useful pieces of advice Avoid placing objects between the speakers and your listening position as obstructions can cau...

Page 11: ...ft rear channel and the one marked B for the right rear channel If positioning the rear speakers on a back wall it is the other way around For the best surround sound experience you need to be in a ce...

Page 12: ...or back wall this will accentuate the bass A corner location will accentuate it even more but will also increase the reflections The decision is yours so experiment with different positions to find w...

Page 13: ...mall amplifi ers having to work too hard and very rarely by large amplifiers which are practically run ning idle It is worth noting that when the tone controls are turned above the neutral setting thi...

Page 14: ...on the appliance 11 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them paying particular attention to c...

Page 15: ...ountless methods for evaluating speakers However none of them actually represent how a speaker really sounds It is up to the indi vidual to decide whether one speaker sounds better than another So we...

Page 16: ...es Original DALI signal and speaker cables are available from your dealer or why not buy the ultimate product The exceptional WASATCH cables totally uncompromising in all respects The very best for yo...

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