Dali Epicon 2 User Manual

Item No. 951044-0-0D

ENGLISH

TABLE 1

EPICON 2 6 8 VOKAL

DALI EPICON

MANUAL

Speaker(s)

pr. carton

DALI EPICON

MANUAL

1

x8

1

x8

x8

x8

1

1

x8

x8

x8

x3

ENGLISH

DALI Denmark [phone]

www.dali-speakers.com

FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2A FIGURE 2B

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FIGURE 2C FIGURE 3 FIGURE 4A

X X

FIGURE 4B FIGURE 5A FIGURE 5B

FIGURE 5C FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7A

FIGURE 7B FIGURE 7C

Right

loudspeaker

Left

loudspeaker

Right

loudspeaker

Left

loudspeaker

FIGURE 8

FIGURE 9

TABLE 2 - EPICON TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

EPICON 8 EPICON 6 EPICON 2 EPICON VOKAL

Frequency Range [+/- 3] dB [Hz] 35-30.000 35-30.000 47-30.000 49-30.000

Sensitivity [2.83V/1m] [dB] 89.0 88.0 87.0 89.5

Nominal Impedance [ohms] 5 5 4 6

Maximum SPL [dB] 112 110 108 111

Recommended Amp. Power [Watts] 50-500 50 - 300 30-200 50-300

Crossover Frequencies [Hz] 550/3.100/15.000 700/2.550/15.000 3.100 2.750/15.000

Crossover Principle 3+½-way 2½+½-way 2-way 2+½-way

High Frequency Driver 1 x 29 mm soft

Low Frequency/midrange Driver(s) 2 x 8” / 1 x 6½” 2 x 6½” 1 x 6½” 2 x 6½”

Enclosure Type Bass reflex Bass reflex Bass reflex Bass reflex

Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz] 28.0 32.5 43.0 46.5

Connection Input(s) Bi-wire / Bi-Amp Bi-wire / Bi-Amp Bi-wire / Bi-Amp Bi-wire / Bi-Amp

Recommended Placement Floor Floor Stand Stand/Below TV

Recommended distance from rear
wall to speaker’s rear side [cm]

Magnetic Shielding NO NO NO NO

Dimensions (H x W x D) [mm] 1225 x 264 x 485 1025 x 232 x 441 386 x 214 x 366 245 x 816 x 349

Dimensions (H x W x D) [inches] 48.23 x 10.39 x

Dimensions with base (H x W x D)
[mm]

Dimensions with base (H x W x D)
[inches]

Weight [kg/lb] 47.5/104.7 29.8/65.7 10.3/22.7 18.4/40.6

Accessories DALI SPIKE SET,

dome

1 x 10 x 55 mm

ribbon

>35 >25 >25 >5

19.09

1262 x 353 x 497 1062 x 320 x 459 - -

49.69 x 13.90 x

19.57

DALI TERMINAL

LINK SET,

Base plate,

Polishing cloth,

Rubber feet,

Manual

1 x 29 mm soft

dome

1 x 10 x 55 mm

ribbon

40.35 x 9.13 x

17.36

41.69 x 12.60 x

18.07

DALI SPIKE SET,
DALI TERMINAL

LINK SET,

Base plate,

Polishing cloth,

Rubber feet,

Manual

1 x 29 mm soft

dome

15.20 x 8.43 x

14.41

- -

DALI TERMINAL

LINK SET,

Polishing cloth,

Rubber feet,

Manual

1 x 29 mm soft

dome

1 x 10 x 55 mm

ribbon

screen

9.65 x 32.13 x

13.74

3 x Damper feet

DALI TERMINAL

LINK SET,

Polishing cloth,

Manual

All technical specifications are subject to change without notice.

Amplifier

Amplifier

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CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION 6

2.0 UNPACKING 6

3.0 POSITIONING 6

4.0 CONNECTION 7

5.0 RUNNING-IN 8

6.0 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 8

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7.0 DISPOSAL 8

8.0 POWER AND ACOUSTIC PRESSURE 8

9.0 THE LISTENING ROOM 9

10.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 9

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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.

Remember to sign up for the DALI newsletter at www.dali-speakers.com.

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.

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For increased stability your EPICON 6/8 speaker can be mounted on the base included in the
box (see Figure 5C)

3.2 DALI EPICON 2

The speaker can be positioned on a stand or shelf. The enclosed rubber bumpers can be
mounted under the speaker for stable and vibration free positioning, see Figure 6.

EPICON 2 should be positioned minimum 25 cm (10”) from the rear wall.

3.3 DALI EPICON VOKAL

EPICON VOKAL is the dedicated centre channel and has been specially designed to be positioned
close to the large surface of the TV screen. You can place it above or below the screen, on a
stand or on a shelf. We recommend fitting the enclosed feet to ensure a stable, vibration-free
setup (see Figure 9). EPICON VOKAL can be positioned close to the wall.

4.0 CONNECTION

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 (see figure 7A). Even
a single loudspeaker connected out-of-phase in a stereo or surround installation will make the
bass weaker and the stereo image unfocused.

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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 8).

NOTE: If you are using DALI EPICON speakers in a surround system, follow the instructions
included with your surround amplifier.

4.1 SINGLE-WIRING vs. BI-WIRING/BI-AMPING

Your speakers can be connected by means of a single speaker cable (see figure 7A).
However, DALI EPICON speakers are fitted with two pairs of terminals, allowing you the option of
running two sets of cables to each speaker. The top terminal pair is internally connected to the
crossover network’s high frequency section. The bottom terminal pair is internally connected to
the crossover network’s bass section.

NOTE: When bi-wiring or bi-amping, ALWAYS remove the metal links between the terminals
before connecting cables.

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For bi-wiring, connect two sets of loudspeaker cables, one to the top terminals and one to the
bottom terminals of the speakers. At the amplifier end, connect both sets of loudspeaker cables
to the same pair of terminals on the amplifier (see figure 7B).

For bi-amping, connect two sets of loudspeaker cables, one to the top terminals and one to the
bottom terminals. At the amplifier end, connect one set of loudspeaker cables to one amplifier,
and connect the other set of cables to the second amplifier (see figure 7C).

5.0 RUNNING-IN

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 break­in 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 life­span of a loudspeaker is increased by normal, regular playback of music.

6.0 CLEANING & 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. Grille fronts 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.

7.0 DISPOSAL

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.

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.

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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.
Therefore DALI recommends that the tone controls generally be set to the neutral position, and
you 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.

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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 EPICON speakers are designed
to reproduce music as honestly as possible.

Enjoy your new DALI EPICON!

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EPICON SERIES

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