Alteco C1 - Speaker Dali - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Alteco C1 Dali

UK DE DK JP CN FR CONTENTS / INHALT / INDHOLD / 内容 / 目录 / CONTENu ENGLISH 6 DEutScH 11 DANSK 17 日本 22 中国 27 frANçAIS 326 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BACK PANEL. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. The lightning flash within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of non insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute an electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 1 Read instructions - all the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2 Retain instructions - the safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed warnings - all warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 Follow instructions - all operating and use instructions should be followed. 5 Water and moisture - the appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. 6 Carts and stands - the appliance should be used only with a cart or stand if recommended by the manufacturer. 7 Wall or ceiling mounting - the appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8 Ventilation - the appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. 9 Heat - the appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat. 10 Power sources - the appliance should be connected to a power supply only of 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 items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from appliance. 12 Cleaning - do not use any liquid cleaners. Use only a dry cloth to wipe off dust and grease. 13 Non-use periods - the power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 14 Object and liquid entry - care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 15 Damage requiring service - the appliance should be serviced by qualified personnel when: a) The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or b) Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or c) The appliance has been exposed to rain; or d) The appliance does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a marked change in performance; or e) The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 16 Servicing - the user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the opera ting instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.7 UK DE DK JP CN FR CONTENTS

6.0 cLEANING AND MAINtENANcE 9

Congratulations with your new DALI ALTECO 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 recommendations. 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. Remember to sign up for the DALI newsletter at www.dali-speakers.com. Enjoy!

Be careful not to damage the contents when you unpack the parts. Depending on which DALI ALTECO model you have bought, different accessories come with the loudspeaker. 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.

To achieve the best results, the loudspeaker setup should be symmetrical round your favorite listening position, see Figure 1A - C. We recommend that you experiment with the position of your loudspeakers – the sound quality will change depending on the loudspeaker position. Objects positioned between the speaker and the listening position might negatively affect sound quality. The 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 2. By parallel positioning, the distortion in the main listening area will be lowered and the room integration will be improved. The wide dispersion principle will ensure that sound is spread evenly within a large area in the listening room.

The multi-purpose DALI ALTECO C-1 is designed to deliver high quality audio from a variety of positions. Adding height information in a surround setup either via placement on top of the front, or/and rear speakers (see Figure 4A) or mounted high on the wall in the front, side or back positions (see Figure 4B or 4C). When placing the ALTECO C-1 on top of a speaker use the included bumpers (see Figure 3A). For wall mount use the keyhole brackets on the rear of the speaker. Playing in stereo mounted vertical or horizontal on the front wall (see Figure 4B or 4D) or in a desktop setup (see Figure 4F). When used in the desktop setup add the large included bumpers (see Figure 3B). They can also be used as rear or surround speakers in a surround setup mounted on the wall right above the listening position (see Figure 4E). The switch found on the front baffle of the speaker is used to determine the direction of the sound. The Up position of the switch delivers an audio signal perpendicular to the front of the speaker. The Down position on the switch delivers an audio signal angled down the front of the speaker at about 25 degrees. Please refer to Figure 4A – 4F for matching position and switch setting.9 UK DE DK JP CN FR

Correct, tight connections to your amplifier are extremely important for your listening experience. Always use cables of the same type and length for left and right channels. We recommend using special speaker cables from DALI, available from your dealer. Connection in correct phase is a detail that is often ignored. The red (+) terminal of the amplifier must be connected to the red (+) terminal of the loudspeaker. The black (-) terminal of the amplifier must be connected to the black (-) terminal of the loudspeaker. Even a single loudspeaker connected out-of-phase in a stereo or surround installation will make the bass weaker and the stereo image unfocused. For the optimal listening experience, the right loudspeaker (as seen from the listening position) must be connected to the amplifier output terminals marked “R” or “Right”. The left loudspeaker must be connected to the amplifier output terminals marked “L” or “Left”. NOTE: Before connecting cables or changing any connections, ALWAYS turn off your amplifier. NOTE: Make sure that the bare conductors are tightly gripped by the terminals with no loose wires which could cause a short circuit and damage the amplifier (see Figure 4). NOTE: If you are using DALI ALTECO in a surround system, follow the instructions included with your surround amplifier.

Like any mechanical system, a loudspeaker requires a “running-in” period to perform at its best. You will experience a gradual increase in sound quality during the first period of use. The break-in period will vary depending on use and playback volume. You should expect up to 100 hours of playback until maximum performance is reached. Unlike other mechanical systems, the life-span of a loudspeaker is increased by normal, regular playback of music.

6.0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Clean the cabinets with a soft, dry cloth. If the cabinets are dirty, wipe with a soft cloth dipped in all-purpose cleaner and then well wrung out. Be very careful when wiping the speaker cones, as they are very fragile. Front grilles can be cleaned with a clothes brush and wiped with a wellwrung, lint-free cloth and mild all-purpose cleaner.

6.1 AVOID DIRECT SUNLIGHT:

The surfaces of the speakers may fade or become discoloured over time when exposed to direct sunlight. Therefore avoid positioning the speakers in direct sunlight.

If you want to dispose of this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling. Private households in the EU member states, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one). If you reside in countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal. By following this process, you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.10

8.0 POWER AND ACOuSTIC PRESSuRE

How loud a speaker is able to play and still sound good is completely dependent on the signal it has to reproduce. So, in practice, it is not possible to define an unequivocal level for use in comparing different speakers. Lots of pure, undistorted output from a large amplifier is better than a distorted signal from a small amplifier stretched beyond its capacity. The signal from a distorting (clipping) amplifier contains much more high-frequency information than an undistorted signal, and therefore puts a heavy strain on the tweeter. Consequently, speakers are often damaged by small amplifiers, having to work too hard - and very rarely by large amplifiers, which are practically running idle. It is worth noting that turning tone controls above the neutral setting significantly burdens both speakers and amplifier. On a good sound system, tone controls should only be used to compensate for poor recordings and not to permanently compensate for weaknesses elsewhere in the system. DALI recommends the tone controls generally be set to the neutral position, and to achieve your desired sound image through correct positioning of the speakers. Ensuring that you keep the volume low enough for the sound to remain clear and undistorted will minimize the strain on both speakers and amplifier. All DALI loudspeakers are designed with linear impedance for an optimal amplifier load. The result is a significantly more open and detailed sonic image.

9.0 THE LISTENING ROOM

Every room has its own distinctive acoustics, which influence the way we experience sound from a speaker. The sound you hear consists of direct sound from the speakers and reflected sound from the floor, ceiling and walls. The latter will affect how you experience the sound. As a basic rule, try to avoid large, hard and reflective areas in the immediate vicinity of your loudspeakers as it will typically cause strong reflections, which might disturb the precision and spatial effect of the sound reproduction. Reflection might be suppressed by positioning e.g. a plant between the speaker and the reflecting surface. Soft items such as carpets, curtains etc. might help if the sound is too bright. Both the amount and quality of the deep bass depend on the size and shape of the room, and the position of the speakers. Positioning the speakers near a side or back wall will accentuate the bass. A corner location will accentuate it even more, but will also increase the reflections.

10.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

In Table 2 you will find the most common specifications for our speakers. Please have in mind that there are countless methods for measuring speakers. However, none of them tell you anything useful about how a speaker really sounds. Only your ears can decide whether one speaker sounds better than another. Like all our speakers, DALI ALTECO series is designed to reproduce music as honestly as possible. Enjoy your new DALI ALTECO!11 UK DE DK JP CN FR VORSICHT ELEKTROSCHOCKGEFAHR – NICHT ÖFFNEN.

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CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BACK PANEL. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. The lightning flash within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of non insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute an electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 1 Read instructions - all the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2 Retain instructions - the safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed warnings - all warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 Follow instructions - all operating and use instructions should be followed. 5 Water and moisture - the appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. 6 Carts and stands - the appliance should be used only with a cart or stand if recommended by the manufacturer. 7 Wall or ceiling mounting - the appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8 Ventilation - the appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. 9 Heat - the appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat. 10 Power sources - the appliance should be connected to a power supply only of 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 items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from appliance. 12 Cleaning - do not use any liquid cleaners. Use only a dry cloth to wipe off dust and grease. 13 Non-use periods - the power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 14 Object and liquid entry - care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 15 Damage requiring service - the appliance should be serviced by qualified personnel when: a) The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or b) Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or c) The appliance has been exposed to rain; or d) The appliance does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a marked change in performance; or e) The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 16 Servicing - the user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the opera ting instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.28

表2提供了达尼音箱最常见的技术参数。评测音箱的方法固然很多，但您无法 从中确切感受音箱的实际音质，亲耳聆听才是判断音箱优劣的最佳标准。达尼 DALI ALTECO以卓越的设计真实再现原声，彰显达尼长久以来的质量理念。 尽情感受达尼DALI ALTECO 音箱带来的全新体验吧！32 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE BACK PANEL. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. The lightning flash within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of non insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute an electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 1 Read instructions - all the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2 Retain instructions - the safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed warnings - all warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 Follow instructions - all operating and use instructions should be followed. 5 Water and moisture - the appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. 6 Carts and stands - the appliance should be used only with a cart or stand if recommended by the manufacturer. 7 Wall or ceiling mounting - the appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8 Ventilation - the appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. 9 Heat - the appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat. 10 Power sources - the appliance should be connected to a power supply only of 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 items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from appliance. 12 Cleaning - do not use any liquid cleaners. Use only a dry cloth to wipe off dust and grease. 13 Non-use periods - the power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 14 Object and liquid entry - care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 15 Damage requiring service - the appliance should be serviced by qualified personnel when: a) The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or b) Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or c) The appliance has been exposed to rain; or d) The appliance does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a marked change in performance; or e) The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 16 Servicing - the user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the opera ting instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.UK DE DK JP CN FR

Dimensions (H x W x D) [mm] 190 x 160 x 255 Dimensions (H x W x D) [inches] 7.5 x 6.3 x 10.0 Weight [kg/lb] 2.8 / 6.2 Accessories Rubber feet, manual TABLE 2 - ALTEco c-1 TEcHNIcAL SPEcIFIcATIoNS All technical specifications are subject to change without notice.Item No. 951073-0-0 DALI Denmark +45 9672 1155 www.dali-speakers.com