Wharfedale Pro D9.0, D9.CC, D9.SR, SW 100 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

BRITAIN'S MOST FAMOUS LOUDSPEAKERS

Diamond 9 HCP

Home Cinema Pack

SW 100

D9.0

D9.CC

D9.SR

The name ‘WHARFEDALE' is a registered trademark of Wharfedale International Ltd.

Wharfedale has a policy of continuous product development and reserves the right to change specification

USA

IAG America, Inc.
15 Walpole Park
South
Walpole
MA 02081

CANADA

Korbon Trading Ltd
6800 Kitimat Road
Units 19-20
Mississauga
Ontario
Tel: [phone]

UK

Wharfedale International Ltd.
IAG House, Sovereign Court,
Ermine Business Park,
Huntingdon,
Cambs PE29 6XU,
England.
Tel:[phone]
Fax: [phone]

AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRES

For information on other authorised service centres worldwide contact

Wharfedale International in the U.K.

A worldwide distributor list is available on the Wharfedale website:

www.wharfedale.co.uk

COMPLIANCE

This Wharfedale product complies with the
relevant clauses enshrined in the following
standards and directives in force at the time of
the introduction of the product.

! EU Directives: 89/336/EC, 72/23/EEC: Safety: EN60065

(CB Sche me): Emis sions : EN55 013, E N6100 0
Immunity: EN55020:2002.

! USA: UL 6500:2002.
! CANADA: CAN/CSA-E60065-00

Model .

SW 100

Format

Powered Subwoofer

Drive Unit 200 mm long throw
Amplifier Power 100W
Line Input Sensitivity 250mV for 75W
Averaged Max. O/P (@ 1M)

107 dB

Frequency Response

(Boundary Position)

40 Hz – 95 Hz

Low Pass Filter Frequencies

35 Hz – 85 Hz

(6x10Hz steps)

Phase Adjustment Switchable 0º - 180º
Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 345 x 295 x 325
Weight

10.3 Kg

SPECIFICATIONS - FRONT, CENTRE AND REAR SPEAKERS

SPECIFICATIONS - SUBWOOFER

Model

Format
Bass
Tweeter
Power Handling (Programme )
Impedance
A/V Shielded

Freq Range
HF limit (-10dB)
Crossover Frequency
Frequency (Fb)
Dimensions (H x W x D) mm
Height on Feet mm

Sensitivity (2.83V, 1M)

9.CC

Centre Channel

2 x 100 mm

25mm Dome

15

- 120 W

6 Ohms

Yes

88 dB

80 - 24KHz

44KHz

2.8 KHz
70 Hz

120 x 330 x 130

128

9.0

Stand/Shelf

100 mm

25mm Dome

15 - 75 W

6 Ohms

Yes

86 dB

60 - 24KHz

44Khz

2.2 KHz
55 Hz

236 x 145 x 165

9.SR

Surround

100 mm

25mm Dome

10 - 60 W

6 Ohms

No

88 dB

70 - 24KHz

44KHz

2.2 KHz
70

Hz

236 x 185 x 117

IMPORTANT NOTE

All Diamond 9 loudspeakers

are rated at 6 Ohms but are

compatible with all

standard amplifier outputs-

even those which state an 8
ohm minimum impedance.

HCPman Iss.1 Jun2004

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harmful inter ference to radio communications. However, there is no

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If

Read these instructions.

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television

Keep these instructions.

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,

Heed all warnings.

the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of

Follow all instructions.

the following measures:

Do not use this apparatus near water.

! Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Clean only with dry cloth.

! Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Do not block any ventilation openings.

! Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

to which the receiver is connected.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,

! Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug.

A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualified ser vice personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power­supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this
product to rain or moisture. The product must not be exposed to
dripping and splashing and no object filled with liquids such as a vase of
flowers should be placed on the product.

No naked flame sources such as candles should be placed on the
product.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this device.

Warning: The mains power switch for this appliance is located on the
rear panel. To permit free access to this switch, the apparatus must be
located in an open area without any obstructions.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful inter ference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION FOR UK USERS

The power cord on your subwoofer may be supplied with a plug
incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the
plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved
BS1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. If the plug is cut off it must
NOT be re-used. Dispose of any such plug safely. There is a danger of
electric shock if a cut-off plug is inserted into a mains socket.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code: Green and Yellow - Earth: Blue - Neutral: Brown - Live.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the
markings identifying the terminals in the replacement mains plug,
proceed as follows:
The wire coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal marked with
the letter ‘N’ or coloured Black. The wire
coloured Brown must be connected to
the terminal marked with the letter ‘L’ or
coloured Red. The wire coloured Green
and Yellow must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter ‘E’,or
coloured Green, or Green and Yellow, or
marked with the Earth symbol

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-REMOVEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

CAUTION!

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ADVERTISSEMENT: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-

NE PAS OUVRIR

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage
constituting a risk of electric shock is present within
this unit.

This symbol indicates that there are important
operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying this unit.

LIVE

(BROWN)

NEUTRAL

(BLUE)

EARTH

(GREEN/YELLOW)

FUSE

GENERAL GUIDANCE

DO NOT connect the mains power to any signal input terminal.

ALWAYS turn down the system

master volume control before turning the equipment on or off.

loud’ your equipment will play. Allow your system ample ‘headroom’.
Do not operate the SW100 or the D9 SR closer than 450mm from the TV

to avoid distorting the picture. If this occurs, switch the TV set off. After

DO NOT change any connections without first switching off the power to

15 minutes switch on again: colour balance should now be restored.

all the components in your AV system.

The Diamond 9.0 and 9.CC may safely be used close to TV screens.
To minimise hum and mains interference ensure that low level (line level)

DO NOT use your amplifier at its maximum volume setting. The resulting

signal cables are well screened. Avoid routing low-level signal cables

distortion may damage your loudspeakers and subwoofer. The position

close to or parallel with mains power wiring.

of the Volume Control on your amplifier is NOT a reliable guide as to ‘how

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE & SERVICE

If you play the speakers with the grilles off exercise great care. NEVER In the unlikely even that your unit develops a fault, return it to your
touch the drive units which are easily damaged. Wharfedale dealer using the original packing to ensure safe shipping.

The loudspeaker cabinets can be cleaned with a barely damp cloth or The terms of your guarantee may vary in different countries but in all
with a spray furniture polish and a soft cloth. Apply the spray sparingly to cases the guarantee excludes:
the cloth and then polish the cabinet. Never apply spray directly to the

All damage caused through accident, misuse, wear and tear, neglect,

cabinet.

incorrect installation, adjustment or repair by unauthorised personnel.

Be especially careful when cleaning the front and surround speakers that Liability for damage or loss occurring in transit to or from the purchaser.
you do not disturb the speakers on their mountings.

Wharfedale will not be liable for any consequential damage, loss or
injury, arising from or in conjunction with this equipment.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If your system is not working properly please work through this checklist before returning a unit to your dealer. Before investigating a problem, always

switch off the system at the mains.

Television picture colour is distorted Subwoofer too close to TV. (Switch off system and TV. Move units away. Leave 15 mins. Switch on)

Excessive bass distortion at low volumes

Subwoofer level set too high; LFE level set too high; Subwoofer incorrectly wired

Excessive or distorted bass at high levels

System level set too high; Bass control set too high; Speakers too close to room corners

Popping or thumping from the subwoofer

System level set high; Subwoofer level set too high; LFE level set too high

Indistinct sound; Poor localisation of
effects. Poor localisation of dialogue

One or more loudspeakers is out of phase
(Read the manual for correct connection procedure)

Distorted or rattling sounds at high levels

System level too high; Objects on speakers/subwoofer; Objects too close to subwoofer

Sound lacks bass content
Bass reproduction indistinct

Front loudspeakers out of phase.
Subwoofer not switched on; Subwoofer phase incorrect; Subwoofer crossover control too low

No Sound

System not switched on; Speaker cables shorting terminals out; Wrong source selected

Symptom Possible Cause

In 1932, when Gilbert Briggs founded the Whar fedale Wireless Works, his company was at the leading edge of an
exciting new technology which was dedicated to bringing the pleasure of music and entertainment to a wide range of
people. As the technology advanced Wharfedale gave many music lovers their first taste of High Fidelity, mounting a
series of live sound demonstrations which excited the audio world and heralded the era of the modern hi-fi loudspeaker.

Today Wharfedale still takes the same uncompromising approach to the design and manufacture of every loudspeaker
system, using high quality components and state-of-the-art testing to ensure consistently high performance. And that
means that you can continue to count on the quality of all Wharfedale products.

Loudspeaker Manufacturers since 1932

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INTRODUCTION INSTALLATION

The D9 HCP consists of:

! Two Diamond D9.0 satellite speakers with wall brackets
! One Diamond D9 CC centre channel speaker
! Two Diamond D9 SR surround speakers
! 40 metres of speaker cable

The D9.0 speakers are intended for wall, stand or shelf mounting. Their

! One Diamond SW 100 powered subwoofer

bass extension depends on proximity to a wall, though they should be
kept away from room corners. Ideally they should be mounted 1-2 metres

PRELIMINARIES

above the floor and 2-4 metres apart, central to the listening position.

UNPACKING THE SPEAKERS

Carefully remove each loudspeaker from its packing carton. Be
especially careful when removing the polythene bag. DO NOT attempt to
lift the loudspeaker by the polythene bag.
When lifting the SW 100 from the carton support it from the bottom. The
unit is heavy; if you cannot manage it easily, get someone to assist you.

WALL MOUNTING THE 9.0

Retain the packing for future use. If you decide to dispose of the packing,
please do so with regard to any recycling regulations in your area.
Retain the instructions. If you pass a product to a third party, please
include the instructions.

The D9 HCP is compatible with most modern audio-visual equipment ­but a loudspeaker is only as good as the signal it gets. Your amplifier
should have ample reserves of power - a low powered amplifier could
easily run out of steam and the resulting distortion is unpleasant to listen
to and could damage your speakers.
A larger amplifier will usually sound better and enhance the reliability and
performance of your loudspeakers.

are connecting the SW 100 via the high level inputs you will need

to cut the cable into seven lengths.)

Drill and fix a No. 8 screw and suitable wall plug.
The screw should protrude about 5mm from the wall.
Align the slot in the rear panel over the screw. Pull gently
downwards to secure the speaker.

When the front and rear speakers are correctly sited, lift
them off. Run the speaker cables from the AV processor
to each speaker and connect the speakers as previously
described. Now connect the cables to the processor.

Before connecting your system consider where you will place the
speakers in the room. Before making a final decision please experiment
until you find the most suitable position.

POSITIONING THE FRONT SPEAKERS

Check each unit and, in the event of damage, contact your dealer.

1 Ensure that the wall is sound and can support the complete speaker.
2 Separate the bracket by undoing the clamping screw and spring.

ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT

3 Drill four 5 mm mounting holes as shown.
4 Fix the bracket plate to the wall using suitable No. 8 Round Head

screws and fixings.

5 Attach the swivel part of the bracket to the loudspeaker using the

Always turn down the volume if the

screw provided.

music starts to sound distorted.

6 Put the two assemblies together. Re-fix the clamp screw and spring.

TERMINALS AND CONNECTORS

The system comes supplied with twin core loudspeaker cable. You will
need to cut this into 5 lengths to connect the speakers. Cables from the
AV processor to the front speakers should be the same length. Cables to
the rear speakers should also ideally be the same length.

(If you

Split the cable at each end to a
depth of 30mm. Strip about 7mm

7 Tighten the clamp screw so that the bracket firmly supports the

of insulation from each end and

speaker but can still be rotated both horizontally and vertically.

lightly twist to gather the strands.

POSITIONING THE REAR SPEAKERS

All the loudspeakers use screw

The D9 SR speakers should ideally be sited 600 mm-1.5 metres above

terminals. Unscrew each terminal

the listening position and 2.5-3.5 metres apart, central to the listener and

fully to expose the mounting hole

either on a rear wall or

in the lower part of the terminal .
Insert the bared end of the cable

into the hole and re-tighten the
terminal securely. Ensure there are
no loo se st ran ds t ouc hing
adjacent terminals

Connect the loudsp eakers as
shown in the connecting diagrams
on Page 5.

Ensure that the wall is sound and can support the
product.

Ensure that the r ed speaker
terminal is wired to the red (+)
amplifier output terminal and that
the black speaker terminal is wired
to the black (-) amplifier output
terminal.

It is convenient to use the striped core to connect the positive + RED
terminals.

on opposite side walls but always behind the

listening position.

30mm

7mm

2 - 4 metres

>0.7metre

Listening Seat
2-4metres away

>0.7metre

2.5 - 3.5 metres

ALTERNATIVE

LOCATIONS

ALTERNATIVE

LOCATIONS

LISTENING POSITION

34mm

49mm

Swivel Assembly

Clamping

Screw & Spring

Bracket

Plate

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POSITIONING THE CENTRE SPEAKER

5.1 LOUDSPEAKER CONNECTIONS

The D9 CC should be located on a stable, flat

Standard connections for Digital AV processors are shown below.

surface to avoid any movement of the

FRONT, CENTRE AND REAR CHANNELS

loudspeaker at high sound levels.

Connect the Front, Centre and Rear loudspeakers as shown below.

We recommend that the D9CC is mounted on

Ensure that the red, positive, (+) terminal on the speaker is connected to

top of the television, with the front grille level

the corresponding red (+) terminal on the amplifier and the same for the

with or slightly in front of the screen. This will

black, negative, (-) terminals. Connections should be firm with no loose

reduce sound reflections from the top of the TV

strands touching adjacent terminals.

cabinet. Alternatively, the D9 CC may be placed

CONNECTING THE SW 100

below the screen.
The television should be positioned centrally

If your AV processor has a line level or LFE subwoofer output you should

between the front loudspeakers and the front

use this connection. You will need a to purchase a‘single mono’ screened

face of the D9 CC should ideally be in line with

RCA phono lead from your dealer. Connect this lead from the Subwoofer

the front loudspeakers.

output of the processor to the Left line input of the SW 100 Subwoofer.

THE SW 100 SUBWOOFER

Before connecting check the voltage marked on the amplifier panel is
correct for your mains supply.

! 230 volt products - 220 volts to 240 volts
! 115 volt products - 110 volts to 120 volts

SW 100 SPEAKER LEVEL CONNECTIONS

Use the connection method shown below only if your amplifier does not
have a dedicated subwoofer output. Connect the Front, Centre and Rear
loudspeakers as shown. Connect a second pair of loudspeaker cables
from the amplifier to the ‘SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT’ terminals of the
subwoofer.

POSITIONING THE SW 100

Although the unit may be placed almost anywhere in the room, we
recommend you place it in front of and central to the listening position.

e suggest you initially position the subwoofer about 20cm (8 inches)
from the wall. Placing it close to the wall will increase the bass; placing it
across a room corner will increase the bass further, possibly at the
expense of clarity. Do not place the subwoofer close to surfaces or
objects that may rattle. The floor under the subwoofer should be sound.

with locations and sources before making a final decision.

W

Experiment

RACK

TV

VIDEO

DVD

CENTRE FRONTREAR

LEFTLEFT RIGHTRIGHT

REAR
LEFT

A-V AMPLIFIER

REAR
RIGHT

Subwoofer Out

(Line Level)

SW 100

FRONT LEFTFRONT RIGHT

CENTRE

SUBWOOFER

SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS

LEFT

RIGHT

REAR LEFT

REAR RIGHT

CENTRE FRONTREAR

LEFTLEFT RIGHTRIGHT

A-V AMPLIFIER

FRONT LEFTFRONT RIGHT

CENTRE

LINE LEVEL

INPUT OUTPUT

OFF ON

AC INPUT

POWER

PHASE

AUTO

POWER

OFFON

180º0º

~230V/50Hz 100W

FUSE

T2A 250V

LEFT

RIGHT

VOLUME

RIGHT

LEFT

FREQUENCY

CROSSOVER

SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS

!

CAUTION:

DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE,

REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE FUSE AND RATING

ATTENTION:

DEBRANCHER AVANT DE REPLACER LE FUSIBLE,

UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE

DE MEME TYPE ET CALIBRE

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

N11189

FREQUENCY

VOLUME

CROSSOVER

O

35

45

55

65

75

85

(Hz)

SERIAL No.:

SUB-WOOFER AMPLIFIER

MODEL: SW 100

WHARFEDALE INTERNATIONAL LTD, HUNTINGDON, UNITED KINGDOM

FUSEFUSE

b Volume Control
c Crossver Frequency Control
d Phase Control
e Auto Power Switch
f Power ON/OFF Switch

g Mains Power Fuse
h IEC Mains Input Socket
i Speaker Level Inputs
j Line Level Inputs

1) Line Level Outputs

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THE 5.1 HOME THEATRE ENVIRONMENT

Centre Channel

In the cinema most of the dialogue comes from the middle loudspeaker.

Front Channels

This ensures that the speech appears to originate from the actors’

The front channel loudspeakers are placed on either side of the television

mouths and not displaced to one side.

screen, 2.5 to 3.5 metres apart. The speakers should be angled slightly

For best results the front and centre channel speakers should be

so they are aimed towards the listeners.

operated at the same height, For this reason the centre channel speaker

Rear Channels

should normally be operated on top of the television monitor. Ideally the

As the rear channels are the “effects” channels the reproduced sound

front faces of the centre and surround loudspeakers should be in line,
though this may not be practicable in many cases.

should be as room filling as possible. To aid this we recommend placing
the speakers in a high position, slightly behind the listener’s head.

Subwoofer

Positioned high, the rear speakers give a good rear perspective

As the ear is unable to detect the direction from which deep bass

combined with a diffused sound field. Two possible placements are

originates, this allows freedom in positioning the subwoofer. Varying the

indicated in the diagram above.

distance from the wall will alter the amount of bass, the level increasing

Note: If the rear wall is more than 1 metre behind the listening seat, the

as the unit is moved closer to the wall. Some prefer to place the

side wall position should be used. If the side or rear walls are

subwoofer against a corner of the room. This arrangement gives more

inconveniently located, consider stand mounting the loudspeakers.

bass at the possible expense of clarity.

THE HOME THEATRE ENVIRONMENT

REAR
RIGHT

REAR

LEFT

SUB

WOOFER

CENTRE

FRONT

LEFT

FRONT
RIGHT

5.1 SYSTEM

The vast majority of AV entertainment is encoded in

5.1 suround sound. It is virtually impossible to find
any commercial media encoded in any 6.1 or 7.1
format that is not also encoded in 5.1.

The 5.1 format encompasses:
Two Front channels (Left and Right) These channels

carry the main information, effects and music.

One Centre channel, largely for dialogue
Two Rear channels, (Left and Right), almost

exclusively for ambience and effects.
One Subwoofer (the ‘.1’ ) for low frequency effects

and deep bass.
A typical 5.1 setup is shown opposite.

SUB

WOOFER

LEFT

SURROUND

RIGHT

SURROUND

CENTRE

RIGHT

LEFT

FRONT

LEFT

FRONT
RIGHT

REAR SURROUNDS

SUB

WOOFER

LEFT

SURROUND

RIGHT

SURROUND

CENTRE

FRONT

LEFT

FRONT
RIGHT

REAR

SURROUND

capabilities of your processor and you should be guided by those

EXPANDING YOUR HOME CINEMA SYSTEM

instructions, we would make some observations.

Recently, there has been a proliferation of multi-channel formats. Dolby

For most 6.1 and 7.1 formats, and especially Dolby EX, to work properly,

Labs, DTS and THX all offer a range of 6.1 and 7.1 formats which extend

the listening seat should not be very close to the rear wall.

the 5.1 principle by adding one or two extra rear effects channels.

Optimising the time delay so that information from all speakers arrives at

To enable you to take advantage of these formats, the D9.0 and the

the listening seat coherently is critical.

D9.SR are available from your dealer in single packs (1) as well as pairs.

THX adjustments need to be followed to the letter.

Although the precise configuration of these systems will depend on the

6.1 SYSTEM 7.1 SYSTEM

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SETTING UP THE D9 HCP

SETTING UP THE SW 100

Note: As all channels are set to ‘Small’ the subwoofer must be on when
the system is playing otherwise there will be reduced bass , and no LFE.

etting the AUTO switch to ON automatically turns the subwoofer on
when a signal is detected and turns it off (Standby Mode) after a period of
inactivity. We recommend the AUTO switch is set to ON.
In AUTO mode the indicator on the front of the subwoofer will glow RED
when the unit is in Standby mode and GREEN when operational. If your
subwoofer is disconnected from the mains power, or the Power switch is
“Off”, the indicator will be extinguished.

loudspeaker to loudspeaker. Adjust the level controls until all channels
are reproduced at the same level.

SETTING LOUDSPEAKER SIZES

Even though you adjust all the channels to produce equal loudness, on

Most digital AV Processors require you to specify the size of speakers in

actual programme material the surround channel may be lower than the

various channels. These are usually ‘Large’ or ‘Small’.

front. Do not readjust the surround level.

Set all the channels to ‘Small’. This will route bass effects from all

You will need to adjust the subwoofer output level from the processor.

channels to the subwoofer. You should also set the ‘Subwoofer’ option

Avoid setting too high a level or you will swamp the sound with bass and

on the processor to ‘On’ or ‘Yes’.

limit the subwoofer’s ability to respond to sudden large bass signals.
It is also important to set a sensible level going into the subwoofer from

NOTE: Choosing ‘Large’ will result in lower power handling, reduced

the AV processor. The subwoofer volume control should ideally be

bass and degraded dialogue quality.

between 12 and 3 o’clock when the system is playing moderately loudly.

Check that all system connections are correct. Set the SW100 power
switch to OFF.

Turn the system Volume Control to minimum. Connect the supplied

DELAY SETTINGS

subwoofer power lead to the IEC power socket on the subwoofer and

Many AV processors feature adjustable delay settings to enable

connect the mains plug to the wall socket.

surround and dialogue information to arrive at the listener at the same

Set the subwoofer volume control to the mid position (12o'clock) before

time as the Front channels, even when the listening seat is in a non-ideal

proceeding.

position.

VARIABLE CROSSOVER: This control should initially be set to 55 Hz .

Rear Delay: If the listening position is equidistant from the Front and

PHASE SWITCH: The Phase switch should be initially set to 0°.

Rear speakers, a low delay setting should be set. The closer the listener

AUTO SWITCH: The Auto switch should be initially set to OFF.

is to the Rear speakers the higher should be the delay setting used,

FINE TUNING THE SW 100

Centre Delay: If the Centre speaker is level with (or slightly behind) the
Front speakers, set the delay to zero. If the Centre speaker is forward of

Switch on the SW100 power switch and check that the power indicator

the Front speakers, increase the delay.

on the front of the cabinet glows. Now switch on the system. Play a
programme with extended bass and set the system volume to a

LFE

moderate level. Adjust the subwoofer volume control to produce the

The Low Frequency Effects channel was originally an additional bass

desired level of bass. Do not overdo things!

channel with its own dedicated subwoofer. In other words, the LFE

PHASE SWITCH: If the bass is indistinct or lacks depth, the Phase switch

channel is not a regular subwoofer channel. Because all the speakers are

may need adjustment. Set the switch to 0º and listen carefully to some

set to Small, the LFE channel will be combined with the bass from other

music with extended bass. If there is insufficient bass output from the

channels and all this feeds into the subwoofer. When you set the LFE

sub-woofer set the Phase switch to 180º. Select the position which

level from your AV processor, use care as the LFE channel may contain

produces the most natural, extended bass.

powerful low frequencies which, although normal in a cinema, may

CROSSOVER ADJUSTMENT: This enables the system to be set up for

overload a domestic subwoofer.

optimum bass performance. The higher settings are for use with small

If, during a programme, you hear popping or thumping noises coming

loudspeakers such as the D9.0; if you choose too low a setting there will

from the subwoofer, immediately turn the AV Processor's volume level

be a ‘hole’ in the bass response.

down and then back off the LFE level. If this does not cure the problem,

AUTO SWITCH: In normal mode the subwoofer is permanently on.

back off the volume level at the subwoofer.

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Please read the relevant sections of your AV amplifier manual and
familiarise yourself with the various issues. If you are still unsure,
consult your dealer for help.

SYSTEM PHASE

It is essential for all speakers to be connected correctly with the RED +
and BLACK - terminals of the speakers connected to the corresponding

SETTING SYSTEM LEVELS

RED + and BLACK - terminals of the AV amplifier (‘in phase’). Failure to

Once the loudspeaker settings have been finalised your AV processor

do this will cause poorly focussed sound with poor bass localisation and

should be put into its “Test” or “Set-Up” mode. (see the instructions

muddled treble (‘out of phase’). If the sound is not as clear as it could be,
check all speaker connections carefully before proceeding further.

supplied with your equipment). You will hear a noise signal moving from

FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOME CINEMA TOPICS CAN BE FOUND AT THESE WEBSITES

www.dolby.com

www.dtsonline.com

www.thx.com

USER INSTRUCTIONS: DIAMOND 9 SERIES HOME CINEMA PACK

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