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Selecting  Phase:

  Generally,  180°  is  the  appropriate  setting  in  60-70%  of  all  cases,

depending on the main speakers employed. If you have not achieved a satisfactory result
with  the  Volume  and  Crossover  Frequency  controls,  try  switching  Phase  to  0°  before
adjusting Volume and Crossover Frequency again (fig. 7).
Once the subwoofer is fully integrated with your main speakers, the subwoofer should be
„broken in“ over several days with a wide range of music or movies. After this period, you
may wish to adjust Volume, Crossover Frequency and, possibly, Phase again. You should
be aware that the ideal settings for two-channel music may not be ideal for multi-channel
surround. Make a note of the differences, if you choose to optimise your system each time
you change from stereo to surround.
„Auto Shut Off“ places the subwoofer in standby after approximately 15 minutes without a
signal. The subwoofer turns on automatically when a signal is present.
„Power“ should only be used to turn off the subwoofer when it will not be used for an
extended period or before changing any connections.

OVERLOAD

Placing the subwoofer close to a wall will increase bass output, without increasing the
load on the subwoofer. This allows increased bass levels without distortion. If the resulting
sound and placement is acceptable, this is a convenient means of increasing bass output.
Although the subwoofer is protected against minor, brief overload situations, pay careful
attention in the event of mechanical or electrical noise or distortion. At the very first sign of
overload, immediately turn down Volume on the subwoofer. If this occurs frequently, you
should permanently select a lower Volume setting. See section on SET-UP.

BREAK-IN PERIOD

A loudspeaker is a mechanical device and as such requires an extended initial period of
normal use during which you will notice a gradual improvement in sound quality.
Wear is not a problem with DALI loudspeakers, regular use will only extend their life.

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Summary of Contents for SWA 8

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL DALI SWA 8 DALI SWA 12 ACTIVE SUBWOOFERS All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m...

Page 2: ...the type described in the operating instructions or as marked 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 i...

Page 3: ...sold separately Make sure that spikes do not puncture speaker cables power cords interconnects etc The subwoofer must not rock back and forth as this can cause distortion at high levels If the floor i...

Page 4: ...4 or the speakers can be connected directly to the speaker outputs of the SWA subwoofer fig 3 If the line level inputs on the subwoofer are used then the speaker outputs cannot be used If the subwoofe...

Page 5: ...tegrated amplifier receiver are connected to the speaker inputs of the subwoofer which converts the signal to line level to drive the sub woofer and provide a line level output sig nal to feed the pow...

Page 6: ...l of the main speakers fig 5 The contribution of the subwoofer should not in any way dominate the frequency balance SET UP The subwoofer should provide a firm clear foundation making the system larger...

Page 7: ...cally when a signal is present Power should only be used to turn off the subwoofer when it will not be used for an extended period or before changing any connections OVERLOAD Placing the subwoofer clo...

Page 8: ...reo line level 2nd order 150 Hz highpass crossover Output impedance 200 ohms DALI SWA 8 DALI SWA 12 15 6 kg 34 4 lbs 35 2 x 29 1 x 35 cm Volume level Lowpass crossover 50 150 Hz Polarity 0 eller 180 2...

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