DALI H-50 H Series Wall Speaker Owner’s Manual
- June 4, 2024
- DALI
Table of Contents
IN ADMIRATION OF MUSIC
DALI PHANTOM H Series
MANUAL
H-50 H-60
H-80 H-120
TABLE 1
| PHANTOM H 50-60-80| PHANTOM H-120
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| 2 pcs| 1 pcs
| 2 pcs| 1 pcs
| 1 pcs| 1 pcs
| 2 pcs| 1 pcs
| 1 pcs| 1 pcs
| 1 pcs| 1 pcs
OWNER’S MANUAL
congratulations on your new speakers. Please read this manual carefully before you unpack and install your new speakers to get the most out of your purchase. you can find more information on our website: www.dali- speakers.com or by contacting your authorized DALI dealer.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- Always follow all safety guidelines.
- DALI PHANtOM H Series is intended for indoor use.
- the speaker must only be used indoors and never in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
- DALI PHANtOM H Series must not be exposed to direct sunlight.
- Power off the amplifier when connecting the loudspeaker cables to the loudspeaker and the amplifier.
- DALI PHANtOM H Series must be installed by professionals.
- Always make sure that there are no installations such as gas pipes, ventilation, cables, etc. in the wall at the mounting location.
- the wall must be able to support the speaker’s weight – see the technical specifications.
- If the speakers are mounted in a wall where there is a vapor barrier inside the wall, make sure not to pierce/damage the barrier.
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 if your speakers should need to be relocated or serviced.
SETUP AND POSITIONING
DALI PHANtOM H Series provides the unique, acclaimed sound of a true DALI
PHANtOM loudspeaker for easy and discreet integration into your home. DALI
PHANtOM H Series is equally suited for stereo and home cinema systems where
good sound quality is a high priority. DALI PHANtOM H Series is also very
suitable in larger areas where high-quality sound is desired, e.g. in hallways
or shop areas. DALI PHANtOM H Series is a full-range speaker and performs very
well on its own. for the reproduction of the lowest frequencies or an overall
enhancement of your sound system, DALI recommends the use of a subwoofer
together with the PHANtOM H series.
For stereo and home cinema we recommend that you position the speakers
symmetrical around your favorite listening position to achieve optimum
soundstage (see figure 1A + 1B). to avoid compromising clarity from the
loudspeaker, it is also important, that you do not position the speaker too
far away from the listening position. the tweeter of the PHANtOM H series is
off-center, and speakers should be positioned so that the tweeter is closest
to the listening position (See figure 2A + 2B).
Objects positioned between the speaker and listening position might negatively
affect the sound quality. the PHANtOM H series is designed to meet our wide
dispersion sound principle. By using speakers with wide dispersion technology,
the distortion in the main listening area will be lowered and the room
integration will be better. the wide dispersion principle will also ensure
that sound is spread evenly within a large area in the listening room.
Every room has its own distinctive acoustics, which influences the way we
experience sound from a speaker. the sound you hear consists of both direct
sound from the speakers and reflected sound from the floor, 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. 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.
NOtE: the flow damping foam material mounted on the back of the DALI
PHANtOM H Series should not be removed. It will assist in managing
bass/midrange reproduction by damping resonances in the cavity behind the
open-back woofer.
4.1 Mounting the dogleg brackets
DALI PHANtOM H Series incorporates dogleg brackets for wall mounting. the
brackets attach the loudspeaker firmly to the rear of the surface on which it
is mounted. the dogleg brackets extend out at a 90-degree angle when the
screws are tightened (see figure 3). the screws should be tightened so that
the loudspeaker sits securely in place – but be careful not to over-tighten
the screws. to tighten the screws, use the 3mm Allen key (enclosed in the
package).
If using an Allen bit it should be used with a hand bit screwdriver or a
drilling machine with a built-in torque setting. If using a drilling machine,
set the torque to the minimum setting. the screws are appropriately tightened,
when the gasket on the rear of the speaker is compressed and the bezel of the
speaker is flush with the mounting surface.
If you need to remove the loudspeaker, loosen the screws approximately 5 to 20
turns counterclockwise and the brackets will loosen their grip.
Note: Do not unscrew more than 20 to 25 turns or the brackets may fall
off the screws. If you are mounting the loudspeaker in very thick wall
material, it might be needed to mount the dogleg brackets from the screws and
afterward mount them upside down. Opposite mounting of the doglegs will make
it possible to mount the loudspeaker in boards with up to 2.75”/70 mm
thickness (see figure 4).
4.2 Grille
The metal grille is attached by means of magnets incorporated in the top of
the speaker. carefully place the grille so that it covers the top of the
speaker, and the magnets will secure it.
Note: On the inside of the grille there is a piece of non-woven. the non-
woven is on the grille to protect the drivers against dust and dirt. therefore
the non-woven must remain on the grille. the supplied DALI logo badge can
optionally be mounted on the grille. to mount the logo badge, remove the
protective film from the rear side of the logo badge and position the logo on
the grille in the desired position (see figure 5).
4.3 Connection of Cables/Selection of Cables
your choice of cables is a crucial element in your installation. Be aware that
replacing cables after installation is a difficult task. therefore, select
quality cables from the beginning. Please consult your authorized DALI dealer
for further advice on which cable to select. when connecting the cable to the
loudspeaker and the amplifier, it is important that the loudspeaker is
connected in the correct phase. the red (+) loudspeaker terminal must be
connected to the red (+) amplifier terminal. the black (-) loudspeaker
terminal must be connected to the black (-) amplifier terminal. If the
loudspeakers are not connected in the correct phase, the soundstage will
typically be diffuse and the bass will be weak. to insert the cable end into
the spring-loaded terminals of the speaker, remove cable insulation so that
approx. ½” / 12 mm of bare wire is exposed. Press the top of the terminal down
and insert the bare wire into the opening. when the wire is fully in place
with no loose strands exposed, release the terminal (see figure 6).
CUT-OUT TEMPLATE
The enclosed cut-out template (see figure 7) can be used to initially visualize how your speakers should be mounted and for marking where the cut- out should be made. tape the template at the preferred mounting position, so that you can mark the necessary opening. the minimum mounting depth for the DALI PHANtOM H-50 and H-60 is 95 mm / 3.7”, for the DALI PHANtOM H-80 it is 106 mm / 4.2” and for the DALI PHANtOM H-120 it is 168 mm / 6.7”.
INSTALLATION
Please study and follow the safety guidelines found in chapter 2.0 of this
manual! the DALI PHANtOM H Series must be installed by a trained professional
to ensure that all safety requirements are met and to prevent the speaker from
falling.
Note: Earth Quake Safety Hook:
DALI PHANTOM H Series is equipped with an earthquake safety hook. to prevent
injury or damage from a fall, a non-elastic steel wire should be attached
safely by a trained professional. the wire must attach the speaker’s
earthquake safety hook to a solid support in the house (ceiling beam, wall
stud, etc.). the wire must be covered with plastic material to avoid the risk
of electrical shortcircuits and to prevent speaker damage, scratches, etc.
The following tools and items are necessary for proper installation:
- tape measure
- Pencil and saw or knife
- 3 mm Allen wrench/bit
- Hand-bit screwdriver (optional)
- tape
- cut-out template
when the correct placement has been found, tape the mounting template to the
surface. Outline the cut-out area with a pencil. Remove the template and drill
holes for insertion of saw or knife. Saw/cut carefully along the line marked
with a pencil. when the hole for the loudspeaker is made, make sure that the
loudspeaker cable is not hanging loose inside the wall. It must be securely
fastened to the inside of the wall to prevent tension on the cable when the
cable is connected with the terminals of the loudspeaker. If left unsupported,
the cable can gradually come loose, creating a poor electrical connection
between the wire and terminals (see figure 6 for correct fastening of the
cable).
when the loudspeaker cable is fastened and the hole for the loudspeaker is
prepared, you are ready to connect the speaker cables. connect the cable to
the terminals – being careful o connect the amplifier’s red (+) terminal to
the loudspeaker’s red (+) terminal and the amplifier’s black (-) terminal to
the loudspeaker’s black (-) terminal. Please refer to chapter 4.3 of this
manual. when the cables are connected, turn on the system and listen to the
loudspeakers before final mounting to make sure that all connections are
correct. finally, insert the loudspeaker in the wall opening.
Note: Be careful not to touch the drivers during installation. when the
loudspeaker is aligned, tighten the screws in the loudspeaker brackets with a
3mm Allen key/bit so that the speaker is firmly mounted in place. Be careful
to avoid over-tightening the screws and shredding the threads.
RUNNING-IN
You should expect the sound quality from your new speakers to gradually improve during the first period of use. Nothing particular has to be done in order to run in the speakers – but expect up to 100 hours of playback (depending on playback level) before full performance level is reached.
MAGNETIC SHIELDING
The speaker drive units produce a magnetic field that may interfere with CRT televisions/ monitors, hard drives, audio, and videotapes as well as swipe cards, etc., therefore, keep such items away from the speakers to avoid damage. LCD and plasma televisions/monitors are not affected by magnetic fields.
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the speaker surfaces can be done with ordinary household cleaning agents. Avoid using products that are abrasive, or contain acid, alkali or anti-bacterial agents. Avoid using aerosols. Avoid using cleaning agents directly on the drive units and clean them with extreme care, particularly the tweeter. the grille may be cleaned using a vacuum cleaner or a normal clothes brush.
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION AND DISPOSAL
DALI products are designed to meet the international directives concerning the restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and disposal of waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (wEEE). the waste symbol indicates that the speakers meet the directives (see figure 8). the speakers must be processed or recycled appropriately. Please consult your local waste authority for guidance.
TECHNICAL SPECIfICATIONS
In table 2 you will find the most common specifications for our speakers. Please bear in mind, that the sound quality of a speaker cannot be judged by technical specifications only. to compare the different speakers, we recommend you listen to the different speakers in question. Enjoy your new DALI PHANtOM H Series Speaker!
TABLE 2 – PHANTOM H SERIES TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| PHANTOM H-50| PHANTOM H-60| PHANTOM H-80| PHANTOM H-120
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Frequency Range +/-3dB [Hz]| 52 – 25,000| 51 – 25,000| 46 – 25,000| 32 –
25,000
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)[dB]| 88| 89| 90| 90
Nominal Impedance [ohm]| 6| 6| 6| 4
Maximum SPL [dB]| 105| 107| 109| 112
Crossover Frequency [Hz]| 2,450| 1,900| 2,350| 850 / 4,000
Recommended Placement| In-Wall / In-Ceiling| In-Wall / In-Ceiling| In-Wall /
In-Ceiling| In-Wall / In-Ceiling
Recommended Amplifier Power [Watt]| 30 -120| 30 -150| 30 – 200| 50 – 400
High-Frequency Driver| 1 x 28 mm soft dome| 1 x 28 mm soft dome| 1 x 28 mm
soft dome| 1 x 28 mm soft dome
Low-Frequency Driver| 1 x SW’| 1 x 61/2″| 1 x 8″| 1 x WC /1 x 12″
Connection Input| Single wire| Single wire| Single wire| Single wire
Dimensions (H x B x D) [cm]| 27.5 x 27.5 x 9.5| 30 x 30 x 9.5| 33.5 x 33.5 x
10.6| 47.1 x 47.1 x 17.0
Dimensions (H x B x D) [cm]| 10.8 x 10.8 x 3.7| 10.8 x 10.8 x 3.7| 13.2 x 13.2
x 4.2| 18.5 x 18.5 x 6.7
Cut-out Dimensions (H x B) [inches]| 23.9 x 23.9| 26.4 x 26.4| 29.9 x 29.9|
44.5 x 44.5
Cut-out Dimensions (H x B) [inches]| 9.4 x 9.4| 10.4 x 10.4| 11,8 x 11,8| 17.5
x 17.5
Weight [kg/Ibs]| 2.15/4.75| 2.60/5.75| 3.30/7.29| 9.0/ 19.8
Finish| White| White| White| White
Accessories| Cut-out template, 3mm Allen key, Logo badge Front grille| Cut-out
template, 3mm Men key, Logo badge Front grille| Cut-out template, 3mm Allen
key, Logo badge Front grille| Cut-out template, 3mm Allen key, Logo badge
Front grille
All technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
DALI UK +44 (0)845 644 3537
DALI USA +1 303 464 7000
DALI Denmark +45 9672 1155
www.dali-speakers.com
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