Introduction; Unpacking; Positioning - Dali RUBICON C Manual

1 .0 I N T RO D U C T I O N
Congratulations with your new DALI RUBICON C 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.
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Enjoy!
2.0 U N PAC K I N G
Be careful not to damage the contents when you unpack the parts. Depending on which DALI
RUBICON C 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.
3.0 P O S I T I O N I N G
To achieve the best results, the loudspeaker setup should be symmetrical around your favourite
listening position (see Figure 1). We recommend that you experiment with the position of your
loudspeakers – the sound quality will change depending on the loudspeaker position.
For the DALI RUBICON 2 C the speakers should ideally be positioned, so that the tweeter is
approximately at ear height when seated in your favourite listening position. DALI RUBICON 2 C
should be positioned minimum 20 cm (8") from the rear wall.
DALI RUBICON 6 C is designed as floor standing speakers. It should be positioned minimum 20
cm (8") from the rear wall.
Objects positioned between the speaker and listening position might negatively affect sound
quality. All DALI 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 better. The wide dispersion principle also ensures that sound is spread evenly
within a large area in the listening room.
3.1 DALI RUBICON 6 C
The speakers are designed to stand on the floor, using spikes or rubber bumpers under the
speakers (see Figure 3A). Mounting spikes or rubber bumpers can improve the sound quality.
We recommend trying both setups in order to define, what gives the best sound quality in your
setup.
The spikes (included) should be fastened loosely in the two aluminium feet, leaving the spike's
contra nut only slightly tightened. Mount the feet in the threaded sockets on the bottom of the
speaker using the screws. Make sure to angle the aluminium feet away from the middle of the
speaker bottom, in order to get the best balance area covered. Push the feet against the cabinet
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