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AMP-2500 DSP amplifier to The DALI PHANTOM IW SUB S-100 subwoofer achieve the best performance. is designed to be used with the matching DALI PHANTOM CI AMP-2500 DSP amplifier. Comprehensive information on amplifier to subwoofer routing and connections, can be...
Ensure that the wall is easily able to support the weight of the SUB S-100 subwoofer. If necessary consult an appropriately • It is recommended that the PHANTOM IW SUB S-100 qualified structural engineer for advice. should be installed by competent professional audio installation technicians.
If however the packaging materials are components listed and illustrated in Diagram 1 to be discarded, please ensure they are disposed of are present. responsibly and recycled where possible. DIAGRAM 1: CONTENTS DALI PHANTOM Grille (magnetic) Cut-out template 4 x Rubber pads IW SUB S-100...
SUB S-100 subwoofers can be installed singularly or in multiples. Although the SUB S-100 is primarily intended for In-wall installation, it can also be installed on-wall using an appropriate DALI On-wall Frame, or be used unmounted lying on its back, also using an On-wall Frame as an external cabinet.
4.1 Positioning By their very nature, the positioning of • If a single SUB S-100 is to be installed, it is • If a pair of SUB S-100 subwoofers are to subwoofers such as the SUB S-100 is best located near the floor of the listening be installed, they are best located near the less critical than the positioning of stereo room in or on the wall that also carries...
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• • In either single or multiple subwoofer installations, if it is not practical If SUB S-100 subwoofers are to be installed on the surface of a wall using an On-wall Frame, or unmounted lying on their back using to install SUB S-100 subwoofers in the same wall as the front left and right channel speakers, installation in the side walls of the room, close On-wall Frames as cabinets, the same location guidelines as for In- to the front corners is also viable.
AMP-2500 DSP power amplifier is important. Replacing cables following installation is potentially difficult so it is best to select quality cables from the start. Your authorised DALI retailer will be able to advise on cable choice. When connecting cables to the subwoofer and the amplifier it is important that correct polarity is retained.
4.2.2 Wall Aperture DIAGRAM 5: SUBWOOFER INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS The SUB S-100 subwoofer can be mounted in stud (dry wall) and plasterboard constructed walls with a minimum free depth of 102 mm (4.02 in). The minimum and maximum plasterboard thickness that Max.
4.2.3 In-wall Installation The SUB S-100 subwoofer incorporates eight dogleg clamps for In- NOTES wall installation. The clamps secure the subwoofer firmly to the rear of When installing a SUB S-100 in a plasterboard/dry wall the wall surface on which it is mounted. The dogleg clamps extend out we recommend that two layers of plasterboard are used at a 90 degree angle when the screws are initially tightened, and then in the area around the subwoofer.
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DIAGRAM 6: IN-WALL SUBWOOFER APERTURE CREATION With the cut-out template taped to the wall, use a pencil to mark a cut line. 370 mm 14.6 in Remove the template and drill holes at the four corners of the cut line suitable for the insertion of a saw or knife.
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DIAGRAM 7: IN-WALL SUBWOOFER CONNECTIONS With subwoofer cable accessible, bring the SUB S-100 to the vicinity of the aperture and connect the cable to the Connect cables from the Place subwoofer in wall. subwoofer terminals as illustrated in Diagram 7. amplifier to the subwoofer.
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DIAGRAM 8: IN-WALL SUBWOOFER INSTALLATION Tightening the dogleg clamp screws initially swings the dogleg clamps outwards, and then pulls them Use a cross-head screwdriver or drill bit to Place the grille. against the inside surface of the plasterboard, tighten the eight dogleg clamp screws. also compressing the subwoofer gasket.
4.2.4 On-wall Installation If for structural reasons a SUB S-100 subwoofer cannot be installed within a wall, the accessory PHANTOM OW frame S-80 can be employed to provide an installation solution. The On-wall Frame can be secured to a flat wall and then the SUB S-100 subwoofer installed within it.
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DIAGRAM 9: ON-WALL INSTALLATION Mount the DALI PHANTOM OW frame S-80 Attach the frame to the wall Pass the cable from the amplifier unit Connect cables from the on the wall in landscape or portrait position. using fittings and screws through the channels of the frame.
4.2.5 Unmounted Installation In addition to its use to enable on-wall installation, the PHANTOM OW frame S-80 can also be used to provide an external cabinet for the subwoofer and enable its unmounted installation. The SUB S-100 and PHANTOM OW frame S-80 assembly should be laid on its back when used unmounted.
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DIAGRAM 10: UNMOUNTED INSTALLATION (FOR PLACEMENT ON FLOOR) Place the 4 rubber feet on the rear Pass the cable from the amplifier unit Connect cables from the side of the DALI PHANTOM OW through the channels of the frame. amplifier to the subwoofer. frame S-80.
5.0 Cleaning 6.0 Disposal If your IW SUB S-100 requires cleaning, This product contains electrical or electronic materials. The use only a dry cloth to dust its surfaces. presence of these materials may, if not disposed of properly, have Do not use any cleaning fluids. potential adverse effects on the environment and human health.
Cut-out template Front grille Rubber pads Optional Accessories PHANTOM PHANTOM OW frame S-80 DALI CONNECT SC F222C (speaker cable) DALI CONNECT SC F215C (speaker cable) * All SUB S-100 specifications are measured driven by the PHANTOM CI AMP-2500 DSP amplifier...
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