Introduction; Unpacking; Positioning - Dali EPICON Handbuch

1.0 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations with your new DALI EPICON loudspeaker. It is important to us that your new
DALI loudspeakers are set up and connected optimally. For this reason, we recommend that
you read this manual and follow its instructions. The manual contains instructions for setup and
connection, as well as tips and advice on how to get the most out of your new loudspeakers.
DALI is acclaimed around the world for unique loudspeakers built to our uncompromising
standards for design and performance. The goal for every single DALI loudspeaker is always
our foremost commitment: to create a listening experience in your home that will make you
forget time and place.
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Enjoy!

2.0 UNPACKING

Be careful not to damage the contents when you unpack the parts. Check that all parts are
contained in the cardboard box (see Table 1). Keep the packaging materials should your speaker
need to be relocated or serviced.
2.1 GRILLES
The grille front is held in position by magnets. If you wish to remove the grille front, loosen it by
tugging at the top part of the grille (see Figure 1)

3.0 POSITIONING

To achieve the best results, the loudspeaker setup should be symmetrical round your favourite
listening position (except for the subwoofer), (see Figure 2A – 2C). We recommend that you
experiment with the position of your loudspeakers – the sound quality will change depending on
the loudspeaker position. The EPICON 6 and 8 have been designed as floor standing speakers.
EPICON 6 should be positioned minimum 25 cm (10") from the rear wall. EPICON 8 should be
positioned minimum 35 cm (14") from the rear wall.
For EPICON 2 and VOKAL, the speakers should ideally be positioned, so that the height of the
tweeter is approximately at ear height when seated in your favorite listening position.
Objects positioned between the speaker and listening position might negatively affect sound
quality. The EPICON speakers are designed to meet our wide dispersion principle, so they
should not be angled towards the listening position, but be positioned parallel with the rear wall
(see Figure 3). By parallel positioning, the distortion in the main listening area will be lowered
and the room integration will be better. The wide dispersion principle also ensures that sound is
spread evenly within a large area in the listening room.
3.1 DALI EPICON 6 and 8
The speakers are designed to stand on the floor, using spikes or rubber bumpers under the
speakers, (see Figure 4A + 4B + 5A + 5B). Be careful not to over tighten the contra nuts.
Spikes or rubber bumpers can improve the sound quality. You can try both to hear what gives
the best sound quality in your setup. Please be aware that spikes may damage the floor if it is
not protected.
For increased stability your EPICON 6/8 speaker can be mounted on the base included in the
box (see Figure 5C)
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