PROFESSIONAL SOUND SYSTEMS
TM
Diva
OPERATING MANUAL AND USER GUIDE
SURFACE MOUNT LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM
55
www.wharfedalepro.com
IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions
2. Follow all instructions
3. Keep these instructions
4. Heed all warnings
5. Do not use this apparatus near water
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of a polarised or grounding plug. A polarised plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding plug has two blades and a third grounding blade. The wide blade or the third blade is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at the plug, receptacle and or the point where it exits from the
apparatus.
11.Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12.Only use a stand, tripod, bracket or rack specied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a rack is used, use caution
when moving the rack and apparatus combination to avoid tip-over or injury.
13.Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.
Refer all servicing to qualied personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way including but
not limited to power supply cord or plug damage, liquid ingress, foreign objects in the chassis, exposure to rain/moisture or impact
damage. In addition the unit must be serviced when you experience any abnormal operation.
15.
CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualied service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
attempt to perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualied to do so. In addition
opening the casing will result in your warranty becoming null and void.
16.
Do not install this apparatus in a conned space such as a book case or similar unit. Good ventilation should be maintained around
the apparatus. Any vents, air-inlets or fans should not be obstructed by objects such as paper, table-cloths, curtains etc.
17.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose the apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus should not be
exposed to dripping or splashing and objects lled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the apparatus.
18.
WARNING: The mains plug/appliance coupler is used as a disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
19. The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
- Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back) as there are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualied personnel.
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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
20.
(Protective earthing terminal) The apparatus should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
21. Correct Disposal of this product. This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes
throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle
it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use local return and
collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for safe environmentally
friendly recycling.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Important Warnings and Safety Instructions .........................................................
2. Introduction .........................................................................................................2
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3. About the
4. Overview.............................................................................................................2
5. Features .............................................................................................................2
6. Setting Up / Speaker Placement ........................................................................3
7. Connections / Wiring ..........................................................................................3
8. Dimensional Drawings ........................................................................................4
9. Removing The Grille ...........................................................................................5
10. Specications .....................................................................................................6
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12. Installation instructions .......................................................................................8
13. Warranty .............................................................................................Back cover
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INTRODUCTION
Wharfedale
loudspeaker products. We take great pride in engineering and building every Wharfedale Pro loudspeaker and wish to thank you for
entrusting us with your sound.
From the time Gilbert Briggs built his rst loudspeaker in 1932, to the present, Wharfedale Loudspeakers have maintained the same
standard of quality in components, workmanship and performance. Wharfedale are one of a few present day manufacturers that design,
engineer and build all of our own transducers.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual completely in order to ensure that you get the most out of your
system.
Diva™ 55
ABOUT THE
Wharfedale
reproduction of music and sound in venues as diverse as airports, places of worship, schools, retail environments, restaurants and
public houses.
The unique shape and mounting features of the
The
mounting is straightforward and clean and the nal installation is transparent in almost any environment.
Diva™
Diva™ 55
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Diva™ 55
loudspeakers are the result of many years of experience in the use, design and manufacture of professional
Diva™ 55
Loudspeaker
Diva™ 55:
foreground/background music speakers are designed for demanding installation applications such as
Diva™ 55
can be used in a low impedance or a 70 volt/100 volt constant voltage loudspeaker system. Connections are easy,
make it a welcome complement to any décor.
OVERVIEW:
The
Diva™ 55
package
Feature laden and powerful, the
Each
Diva™ 55
transformer, you can economically install a Foreground music, background music or paging system, while still only using one 70v/100v
amplier.
Each
Diva™
Another unique, and important feature of the
conversion efciency and low frequency output.
Utilizing the proprietary mounting system, installation is easy, safe and economical. Everything you need to install a great foreground
speaker system is there!
loudspeaker system is designed to deliver accurate, high power sound in a lightweight, small and easy to install
Diva™ 55
speaker can be used in constant voltage distributed systems or low impedance systems. With an internal, switchable
speaker can be switched easily to the 8ohm setting for use in smaller systems.
is the best choice for a discrete great sounding loudspeaker system.
Diva™ 55
is the spheroid enclosure that eliminates internal standing waves, improving
FEATURES
•
2-way loudspeaker system
• 2x5” (127mm) low frequency driver
• 1” (25.4mm) Titanium Dome HF Driver
• 4 pin Euroblock input connector
• Adjustable 8Ω/70V/100V Volt transformer taps
• Innitely adjustable mounting bracket included
• Proprietary mounting system makes installation quick, easy, safe and cost effective
• Unique spheroid ported cabinet reduces distortion and improves low frequency efciency
• High strength ABS cabinet
• Cabinet has angle markings to facilitate aiming the speakers
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