Wharfedale WH-C User Manual

WH 2.1 SYSTEM
WH-C WH-SR1 WH-SR2
USER INSTRUCTIONS: WH2.1 SYSTEM
Important Safety Caution
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USER INSTRUCTIONS: WH2.1 SYSTEM
CENTRE FRONTREAR
LEFTLEFT RIGHTRIGHT
Introduction
WH-C Centre Loudspeaker
The Wharfed ale WH-C centre speaker is a dedicated centre channel unit designe d for mounting preferably above a TV screen (as show is position A) or below a TV screen (as show in postion B). If the unit is mounted on top of the television, move it forward so that the front grilles are level with or slightly in front of the screen. This will reduce reections from the screen and the top of the cabinet. The loudspeaker should be located on a stable at surface to avoid any danger of movement when it is vibrated by high sound levels.
The speaker is supplied with four self-adhesive feet. Apply one to each bottom corner of the unit before mounting.
CONNECTION
You will need a single length of twin core cable. Connect the red (+) terminal of the centre unit to the red (+) terminal of the ampliers centre channel output. Connect the black (-) terminal of the centre unit to the corresponding black (-) terminal of the amplier. The connection panel uses screw terminals
- the drawing below illustrates the connection method.
Leaving a stub of 5mm protruding from the wall. Align the hole in the mounting bracket over the screw head and carefully lower the unit onto the screw. The speaker should now be securely attached with the feet against the wall. Now connect the speakers to the amplier.
Preparing Speaker Cables Connecting Speaker Cables
Centre Speaker Positioning
Centre Channel Connections
USER INSTRUCTIONS: WH2.1 SYSTEM
CENTRE FRONTREAR
LEFTLEFT RIGHTRIGH T
REAR LEFT
REAR RIGHT
AV AMPLIFIER
WH-SR1 and WH-SR2 Loudspeakers
The Wharfedale WH-SR1 and WH-SR2 are bipolar units designed for wall mounting and intended for use solely as rear eects speakers.
In a Home Theatre System, the directional cues come from the front and centre channels. The rear channels provide ambience and rear perspective and for this purpose a bipolar design with its mix of direct and reected sounds ideal. To aid this eect we recommend placing the WH-SR1 and WH-SR2 speakers in a high position behind the listener.
PREPARATION
Each speaker is supplied with four self-adhesive feet. Apply one to each rear corner before mounting.
CONNECTIONS
You will need one length of twin core cable per speaker. Connect the red (+) terminal of the Left rear unit to the red (+) terminal of the ampliers Left rear channel output. Connect the black (-) terminal of this unit to the corresponding black (-) terminal of the amplier. Repeat for the Right speaker. The connection panel uses screw terminals - the drawing above illustrates the connection.
MOUNTING
Connect the cable to the speaker. Site the speakers about 600 mm above the listening position and 2.5-3.5 metres apart, central to the listener and behind the listening position. Ensure that the wall is sound and can support the product. Fix a suitable screw rmly to the wall.
Preparing Speaker Cables
Wall- moun ting th e WH-SR1 and WH-SR2 Loudspeakers
2
Connecting Speaker Cables
1
Rear Channel Connections
3
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REAR
RIGHT
FRONT
LEFT
REAR
LEFT
CENTRE
FRONT RIGHT
SUB
WOOFEER
REAR
RIGHT
FRONT
LEFT
REAR
LEFT
CENTRE
FRONT RIGHT
SUB
WOOFEER
System Using WH-SR1 and WH-SR2 Surround Speakers
A Home Theatre System using WH surround speakers
System using conventional rear speakers
FRONT AND CENTRE CHANNELS
The front channel loudspeakers should be placed on either side of the television screen, 2 to 3 metres apart, and rotated slightly towards the listeners.
As the centre speaker carries the dialogue effects, it should be placed central to the listening position and close the T V screen.
Operating height is important. Ideally, the front and centre
channel speakers should be operated at the same height and with the tweeters at ear level to a seated listener.
REAR CHANNELS
If the rear channels are WH-SR1 or SR2 surround units, mount them as alr eady describ ed. We recom mend placing th e speakers in a high position, angled towards the listener.
SUBWOOFER
As the ear is unab le to det ect the direction from whic h deep bass originates, this allows freedom in positioning the subwoofer. Varying the distance from the wall will alter the amount of bass. Some prefer to place the subwoofer against a corner of the room. This arrangement gives more bass at the possible expense of clarity.
LOUDSPEAKER SIZES
Many digital AV processors require you to specify the size of speakers in the various channels. These are usually 'Large' or 'Small'.
Unless your loudspeakers are large floor standing units, you should choose 'Small' for the front channels, as the subwoofer is going to be better at provid ing clean, deep, and louder bass. Choose 'Small' for the surround channels and also for the centre channel.
Set the subwoofer options on the processor to 'On' or 'Yes'. This will route all the deep bass to the subwoofer.
SETTING LEVELS
Once the loudspeaker setting have been finalised, put the AV amplifier in to its test mode (see instructions supplied with your processor.). Adjust the levels until all channels are reproduced at equal loudness.
NOTE: On some programme material the surround channel may seem lower than the front. Do not readjust this level.
You may, however, need to adjust the subwoofer output level. Avoid setting too high a level or you will swamp the sound with bass which may be tiring to listen to and may limit the subwoofer's ability to respond to large bass transients. Set a sensible level going into the subwoofer from the AV processor. The volume control on the subwoofer should be between 12 o'clock and 3 o'clock.
LFE
The Low Frequ ency Effec ts chann el was desi gned as an additional bass channel with its own dedicated subwoofer. In practice however, if all the speakers are set to 'Small', the LFE channel will be combined with the bass from other channels and all this feeds into the subwoofer. When you set the LFE level from your AV processor, use care with this setting as the LFE channel may contain powerful low frequencies which, alt hough norm al in a cine ma, may overload a dom estic subwoofer.
If, during a progr amme, you hear poppi ng or thu mping noises coming from the subwoofer, immediately turn the AV processor volume level down and then back o the LFE level.
USER INSTRUCTIONS: WH2.1 SYSTEM
Symptom
Possible Cause
System not switched on; Speaker cables shorting terminals out; Wrong source selected.
Front loudspeaker out of phase. Check all system connections and rectify. Subwoofer not switched on; Subwoofer phase incorrect; Subwoofer crossover control too low.
No Sound
Sound lacks bass content Bass reproduction indistinct
System level set too high; Bass control set too high; Speakers too close to room corners.
System level set too high; Objects on speakers/subwoofer; Objects too close to subwoofer.
System level set high; Subwoofer level set too high; LFE level see too high.
One or more loudspeakers is out of phase. Check all system connections and rectify. (Read the manual for correct connection procedure.)
Subwoofer too close to TV. (Switch o system and TV. Move units away. Leave 15 mins. Switch on.)
Subwoofer level set too high; LFE level set too high; Subwoofer incorrectly wired.
Excessive bass distortion at low volumes
Excessive or distorted bass at high levels
Distorted / rattling sound at high levels
Popping or thumping from the subwoofer
Indistinct sound; Poor localisation of eects. Poor localisation of dialogue
Television picture colour is distorted
If this does cure the problem, back o the volume level at the subwoofer.
Please read the relevant sections of your AV amplier manual and fami liarise yourself with the various issues. If you are unsure, consult your dealer for help.
CONNECTING WIRES
When wall mounting a loudspeaker the connec ting cables may be unacceptably obvious.
It may be less obstrusive to route cables from the loudspeaker to the ceiling and then within or immediately underneath the ceiling or covering. The cable may then return to oor level at a convenient room corner.
Service and Warranty
CARE & MAINTENANCE
If you play the speakers with the grilles o exercise great care. NEVER touch the drive units which can easily be damaged.
The loudspeaker cabinets can be cleaned with a damp cloth or with a spray furniture polish and a soft cloth. Apply the spray sparingly to the cloth and then polish the cabinet. Never apply spray directly to the cabinet.
GUARANTEE & SERVICE
In the unlikely event that your unit develops a fault you should return it to your Wharfedale dealer using the original packing to ensure safe shipping.
The terms of your guarantee may vary from country to country but in all locations the guarantee excludes:
All da mage cause d t hroug h a ccident , m isuse, wear and tear, neglect, incorrect installation, adjustment or repair by unauthorised personnel.
Liability for damage or loss occurring in transit to or from the purchaser.
Wharfedale will not be liable for any consequential damage, lo ss or inju ry, ar ising from or in con junct io n wi th thi s equipment.
Troubleshooting
If your system is not working properly please work through this checklist before returning a unit to your dealer.
Specications and Service
WH-SR1 WH-SR2 WH-C
USER INSTRUCTIONS: WH2.1 SYSTEM
Nominal Impedance
Power Handing
Sensitivity (1W@1m)
Frequency Response
Bass Unit
Treble Unit
Dimensions Overall H×W×D (mm)
6 Ohms
80 W (programme)
85dB
140Hz – 20kHz
100mm
28mm Dome
235×221×80
AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE
UK:
IAG Service Centre,
Unit 4, St Margaret’s Way,
Stukeley Meadows Industrial Estate,
Huntingdon, Cambs,
PE29 6EB
England
Tel: +44 (0) 1480 45256
Fax: +44 (0) 480 413403
6 Ohms
120 W (programme)
88dB
80Hz – 20kHz
100mm x 2
28mm x 2 Dome
235×262×126
6 Ohms
120 W (programme)
89dB
80Hz – 20kHz
100mm x 2
28mm Dome
150×390×135
For information on the authorised se rvice cent res worldw ide conta ct Wharfed ale Intern ational in the UK. A worldwide distributor list is available on the Wharfedale website: www.wharfedale.co.uk
Wharfedale has a policy of continuous product development and reserves the right to change specification without notice.
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IAG reserves the right to alter the design and sepcications without noctice. All rights reserved IAG Group Ltd.
Wharfedale is a member of the International Audio Group. CODE: WH11-MNL0015
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