Congratulations on the purchase of your new DALI AW 8/10 subwoofer.
This manual contains information on setup and maintenance of
DALI AW 8/10.
Manual
Congratulations on the purchase of your new DALI AW subwoofer.
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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, regular use will in fact extend
your loudspeakers lifetime.
Finding the best possible position for your subwoofer is just as important as
correct connection and adjustment, so please experiment with room place-
ment, just as you would with any loudspeaker.
Unfortunately, there are no shortcuts to nd the best placement. You must
experiment and listen for the best position in your room. We offer the fol-
lowing guidelines to assist you in this process.
The subwoofer should be placed on an even oor, either directly on the feet
(included) or on spikes (sold separately). Make sure that spikes do not punc-
ture speaker cables, power cords, interconnects, etc. The subwoofer must
not rock back and forth, as this can cause distortion at high levels. If the oor
is uneven, place objects under the feet/spikes to restore balance, so that the
subwoofer cannot rock back and forth.
Placement on a line roughly halfway between the left and right front
speakers usually works well. Placement along a side wall can in some
rooms yield good results. Note that it is not necessary to angle the sub-
woofer in towards the listening position.
The subwoofer should normally be placed near a wall. Moving the sub-
woofer away from the wall will reduce bass output. Placement in a corner
will increase bass output. Note that moving the subwoofer will have the
Positioning