Introduction; Unpacking; Positioning; Connection - Dali SUB C-8 D Manuel

1.0 INTRODuCTION

Congratulations on your new DALI SUB C-8 D subwoofer. Please read this manual thoroughly
before unpacking and installing the subwoofer in order to get the most from your purchase.
You can find more information on our website: www.dali-speakers.com or by contacting your
authorised DALI dealer.
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Enjoy!

2.0 uNPACKING

Be careful not to damage the contents when unpacking the parts. Check that all parts are
included in the cardboard box (see Table 1). Keep the packaging materials in case your speaker
needs to be relocated or serviced.

3.0 POSITIONING

Both the amount and quality of the deep bass depend on the size and shape of the room, the
position of the subwoofer(s) and the main speakers. If positioned near a side or back wall, the
bass will be accentuated. A corner position will accentuate it even more, and we recommend
this position, as it increases the maximum bass output while simultaneously reducing the risk
of overloading your subwoofer.
DALI SUB C-8 D features a down-firing woofer, a down-firing bass port and, at the rear side of
the subwoofer, an amplifier metal plate which can become hot when the subwoofer is powered.
Make sure that the woofer and the bass port are not blocked or covered. Ensure that there is a
minimum distance of 5 cm / 2" between the metal plate and the nearest object in the room to
secure a free airflow.

4.0 CONNECTION

DALI SUB C-8 D has a built-in power amplifier with an active crossover. The inputs of the
subwoofer amplifier should be connected to your stereo or surround sound (pre-) amplifier/
receiver using a RCA cable (sold separately).
NOTE: When changing connections, always disconnect the mains voltage from the subwoofer
to prevent damage.
The subwoofer can be connected to your stereo or surround sound amplifier/receiver in two ways:
1) LINE input: The signal from the amplifier is low pass filtered inside the subwoofer using
one or both of the LINE INPUTS. This way of connecting the subwoofer is typically used for
connecting to a stereo amplifier/receiver.
2) LFE input: The signal from the amplifier is already filtered inside the amplifier when using
the LFE input connector. This way of connecting the subwoofer is typically used for surround
sound (A/V receiver) setups.
NOTE: When the subwoofer is connected to the music/home cinema system, do not power up
the subwoofer until all other components are "ON".
4.1 STEREO CONNECTIONS
If you want to use DALI SUB C-8 D in a stereo setup, your stereo (pre-) amplifier/receiver should
have either a set of stereo RCA line outputs or a mono RCA line output available (please refer to
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