Wharfedale Pro Q-230 Operating Manual

OPERATING MANUAL AND USER GUIDE

Q Series Equalizers

Q Series Equalizers

Q Series Q130 / Q215 / Q230

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OPERATING MANUAL AND USER GUIDE

IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and become familiar with the features and functions of these

products before operating them.

2. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference.

3. COMPLY WITH ALL WARNINGS – All warnings and instructions for this product should be adhered to.

4. USE WITH AMPLIFIERS – In order to avoid damage to drivers and other equipment, it is advisable to

establish and follow a routine for powering up and powering down a sound system. With all system

components connected, turn on source equipment (mixers, signal processors, record and playback

units, etc.) BEFORE powering up amplifiers. Transient voltages from powering up source equipment

can damage speakers if amplifiers are already turned on. Make sure that amplifier volumes are

set to their minimum settings and power up any system amplifiers LAST. It is recommended that

all system components be allowed to stabilize for several seconds before any source signals are

introduced or level setting adjustments are made. Similarly, when shutting systems down, turn all

amplifiers off first, before powering down any other system components.

5. CABLES – Do not use shielded or microphone cables for connection between amplifiers and speakers.

Use only approved speaker cables with proper connectors.

6. MAINS SUPPLY AND SAFETY – The main operating voltage of Wharfedale electronics is shown on the

rear panel of the device. If it does not match the voltage in your area, contact your dealer.

7. CAUTION – Professional sound reinforcement systems are capable of generating very high sound

pressure levels and use high voltage. Use care with placement and operation to avoid exposure to

excessive volume levels, water or moisture.

8. SERVICE – There are no user serviceable parts inside this product. Users should not attempt to service

this product. Warranty nullification could result if this is attempted.

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1. Important Warnings & Safety Instructions……………………………....…….…1

2. What about the Q Series Equalizers?………………………………....….….......3

3. Introduction/Overview…………………………….……….................................4

4. Features……………………….…………………………………….……………........5

5. Setting up/ Connections/ Wiring……………………………………...................7

6. Specifications…………………………………….………………………….……….11

7. Dimensional Drawings……………………………………................................12

8. Warranty…………………………..……....…………………………..……............12

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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OPERATING MANUAL AND USER GUIDE

The Q Series consists of three models: Q130 is a high quality, constant Q, 1/3 octave,

Graphic Equalizer; The Q215 is a high quality constant Q, 2/3 Octave Equalizer and the

Q230, dual channel, constant Q, 1/3 Octave Equalizer. They are designed to provide

transparent and accurate frequency shaping capability in an easy to use package.

The separate frequency bands, ranging from 25 Hz to 20kHz allow you to “tune” the sound

system to the room to create the best sounding system. Using long throw faders makes fine

adjustments of each band easy and accurate. Other features include a by-pass switch to

allow you to compare the equalized sound from the unfiltered sound, thereby allowing you

to fine tune the system.

The Q Series uses balanced and unbalanced Input/Output connectors to allow you to use

it in a variety of applications. The rack-mountable chassis allows you to quickly install the

units into an equipment rack or your audio cabinet.

WHAT ABOUT THE Q Series Equalizers?

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Wharfedale Q Series Equalizers are the result of many years of experience in the use,

design and manufacturing of professional sound reinforcement products. We take great

pride in engineering and building every Wharfedale Pro product and wish to thank you for

entrusting us with your sound.

From the time Gilbert Briggs built his first loudspeaker in 1932, to the present, Wharfedale

Professional products have maintained the same standard of quality in components,

workmanship and performance.

Please take a few minutes to read this manual completely in order to ensure that you get

the most out of your equalizers.

Q SERIES EQUALIZER OVERVIEW:

The Q Series Equalizers are accurate, high quality, Constant Q graphic equalizers. This

allows you to tailor your sound to make it sound the best in a room or tailor the sound of

your music. With low distortion and flexible features, these equalizers are the right tools to

bring to the show.

The Q Series has many user-friendly features. These easy to adjust and use features include,

long travel slide faders (Q-130), by-pass switch, soft limit switch, variable high pass filter

control and easy to read LED meters.

INTRODUCTION

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