Introduzione
This manual provides detailed instructions for the DALI IO-8 Over-The-Ear Wireless/Wired Hi-Fi Headphones. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your headphones to ensure proper operation and to maximize your listening experience. The DALI IO-8 headphones are designed to deliver high-fidelity audio with advanced features such as Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Bluetooth AptX Adaptive connectivity, and versatile wired options.
Cuntenutu di u pacchettu
Verificate chì tutti l'articuli sò presenti in u pacchettu:
- DALI IO-8 Over-The-Ear Headphones
- USB-C Cable (for charging and digital audio)
- 3.5mm Stereo Cable (for analog audio)
- Casu di viaghju
- Stu Manuale di Istruzzioni
Product Overview
Familiarize yourself with the components and controls of your DALI IO-8 headphones.

Figure 1: DALI IO-8 Headphones (Iron Black)

Figura 2: Da cima à fondu view of DALI IO-8 headphones, highlighting the control layout on the earcups.

Figure 3: Close-up of the right earcup, showing the power button, ANC button, and USB-C port.
Cuntrolli è porti:
- Pulsante di accensione/Bluetooth: Located on the right earcup. Used for powering on/off and initiating Bluetooth pairing.
- Pulsante ANC: Located on the right earcup. Cycles through Active Noise Cancellation modes.
- Volume/Track Control Ring: A ring on the right earcup for adjusting volume and skipping tracks.
- Pulsante Play/Pause: Central button on the right earcup.
- Portu USB-C: For charging and digital audio connection.
- Jack audio da 3.5 mm: For analog audio connection.
- Indicatori LED: Provide status for power, battery, and Bluetooth connection.
Istituisci
1. Charging the Headphones
Before first use, fully charge your DALI IO-8 headphones.
- Connect the supplied USB-C cable to the USB-C port on the right earcup.
- Connect the other end of the USB-C cable to a compatible USB power source (e.g., computer USB port, USB wall adapter).
- The LED indicator will show charging status. A full charge provides up to 35 hours of playback with ANC enabled.
2. Power On / Off
- Per accende: Press and hold the Power button on the right earcup until the LED indicator illuminates.
- Per spegne: Appughjà è tene premutu u buttone di accensione finu à chì l'indicatore LED si spegne.
3. Abbinamentu Bluetooth
Pair your DALI IO-8 headphones with a Bluetooth-enabled device.
- Assicuratevi chì l'auriculare sò spenti.
- Tenite premutu u buttone di accensione per circa 5 secondi finu à chì l'indicatore LED lampeggi in blu è rossu, indicendu a modalità di accoppiamentu.
- Nant'à u vostru dispusitivu (smartphone, tableta, laptop), navigate à i paràmetri Bluetooth è attivate Bluetooth.
- Select "DALI IO-8" from the list of available devices.
- Una volta cunnessu, l'indicatore LED mostrerà una luce blu fissa.
4. Cunnessione Wired
The DALI IO-8 headphones support both 3.5mm analog and USB-C digital wired connections.
- 3.5mm Stereo Cable: Connect one end of the 3.5mm stereo cable to the audio jack on the left earcup and the other end to your audio source's 3.5mm output. The headphones can be used passively in this mode, even if powered off.
- Cavu USB-C: Connect the supplied USB-C cable to the USB-C port on the right earcup and the other end to a compatible USB-C audio output on your device. This provides a digital audio connection and can also charge the headphones simultaneously.
Istruzzioni di funziunamentu
1. Controlli audio basi
- Play/Pause: Press the central Play/Pause button once.
- Aument du volume : Rotate the outer control ring upwards.
- Volume Imbruglia: Rotate the outer control ring downwards.
- Prussima pista: Rotate the outer control ring forward (clockwise).
- Pista Precedente: Rotate the outer control ring backward (counter-clockwise).
2. Cancellazione attiva di u rumore (ANC)
The DALI IO-8 features multiple ANC modes to adapt to your environment.
- Press the ANC button on the right earcup to cycle through the available modes:
- ANC On: Riduce u rumore ambientale.
- Modu di trasparenza: Allows external sounds to be heard, useful for situational awareness.
- ANC Off: Disattiva a cancellazione di u rumore.
3. Modes Sound
The headphones offer two distinct sound profiles.
- Press the EQ button (if present, or refer to specific button for sound modes) to switch between:
- Hi-Fi Mode: Provides a balanced and neutral sound signature.
- Modu Bass: Enhances low-frequency response for a more pronounced bass.
4. Fà è riceve Call
When connected via Bluetooth, the DALI IO-8 headphones can be used for phone calls.
- Rispondi / Finisce a chjama: Appughjà u buttone Play / Pause una volta.
- Reject Call: Mantene premutu u buttone Play / Pause per 2 seconde.
- Attivà l'Assistente Vocale: Double-press the Play/Pause button (functionality may vary by device).
Mantenimentu
Pulizia
- Asciugate l'auricolari cù un pannu dolce, asciuttu è senza pelu.
- Ùn aduprate micca detergenti abrasivi, alcolu o solventi chimichi.
- Evitate chì l'umidità entri in qualsiasi apertura.
Storage
- When not in use, store the headphones in the provided travel case to protect them from dust and damage.
- A conserver dans un endroit frais et sec, à l'abri de la lumière directe du soleil et des températures extrêmes.
Risoluzione di prublemi
If you encounter issues with your DALI IO-8 headphones, refer to the following common solutions:
| Prublemu | Soluzione Possibile |
|---|---|
| Nisun putere | Assicuratevi chì l'auricolari sianu cariche. Cunnetteli à una fonte d'alimentazione cù u cavu USB-C. |
| Ùn si pò micca accoppià via Bluetooth | Ensure headphones are in pairing mode (flashing blue/red LED). Turn off and on your device's Bluetooth. Move closer to the device. |
| Nisun sonu in modu senza filu | Check if headphones are paired and connected. Adjust volume on both headphones and source device. Ensure media is playing. |
| Nisun sonu in modu cablatu | Ensure cables are securely connected. Test with a different cable or audio source. |
| ANC micca efficace | Ensure ANC mode is active. Check earcup fit for a proper seal around your ears. |
Specificazioni
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nome di mudellu | DALI IO-8 |
| Tecnulugia di cunnessione | Filatu, Senza filu (Bluetooth) |
| Tecnulugia di cumunicazione wireless | Bluetooth 5.2 with AptX Adaptive |
| Jack per cuffie | Jack da 3.5 mm |
| Tipu di Driver Audio | Driver dinamicu (50 mm) |
| Gamma di Frequency | 10 - 43,000 Hz |
| Controlu di u rumore | Annullamentu di u Rumore Attivu (ANC) |
| A vita di a batteria | Finu à 35 ore (cù ANC) |
| Materiale | Cuir |
| Forma di l'auriculare | Over Ear |
| Livellu di resistenza à l'acqua | Resistente à l'acqua |
| Numeru di mudellu di l'articulu | 203081 |
| U fabricatore | DALI |
Garanzia è Supportu
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official DALI website or contact your authorized DALI retailer. Keep your proof of purchase for warranty claims.





