Wharfedale Pro V 12M, V 12, V 15, V 153, V 15B Operating And User Manual

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OPERATING MANUAL AND USER GUIDE

PROFESSIONAL SOUND SYSTEMS

V Series

V 10
V 12
V 12M
V 15
V 153
V 15B
V 18B

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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 ampliers. Transient voltages from powering up source equipment

can damage speakers if ampliers are already turned on. Make sure that amplier volumes are set to

their minimum settings and power up any system ampliers 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 ampliers off

rst, before powering down any other system components.

5. CABLES – Do not use shielded or mi crophone ca ble s for co nnection be twe en amplifie rs and

speakers. Use only approved speaker cables with proper connectors.

6. CAUTION – These professional loudspeaker systems are capable of generating very high sound

pressure levels. Use care with placement and operation to avoid exposure to excessive volume

levels. Permanent hearing damage can result when operated to extreme levels.

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

service this product. Warranty nullication could result if this is attempted.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Importan t Warning s and Safety Instructio ns…………………………....…. …

W h a t a b o u t t h e V Se r ie s ………………………………………………………

In tro duct ion / Ov erv iew…………………………………………………… ... .….…

F e at u r es ……………………… .…………………………………… . …………… .. . . .

Setting up / Speaker Placement…………………………….………..................

Connecti on s / Wiring……………………………………………………... ......... ....

V se r ie s ful l ra n g a n d su b wo o f er co nn e c t i o n pl a te …………………

Connection D i a g r a m ……………………… . ………………………… . . . . . ..………

S p e c i f i c a t i o n s ……………………………………. ………………………… . ………

Dim e n s io n a l D r a win g s -V 1 0/ V1 2 / V 1 2 M / V 1 5 ………………… . . ... . .

Di m e ns i o na l Dr aw i n gs - V 1 5 3/ V 1 5B / V18 B …… .. . . …………………. . . ..

Wa r r a n t y ………………………… . . …… . . ..…………………………..……... . . . . . . . .

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INTRODUCTION

Wharfedale V Series loudspeakers are the result of many years of experience in the use, design

and manufacturing of professional 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 t he time Gilbert Br iggs built his first loudspeaker in 1932, to the present, Wharfedale

Loudspeakers have maintained the same standard of quality in components, workmanship and

performance. Actually, Wharfedale is one of a few present day manufacturers that design, engineer

and build all of their own transducers.

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

out of your V Series Loudspeaker system.

V SERIES OVERVIEW:

The V Series are powerful, accurate, high quality loudspeaker systems with low distortion that were

designed to deliver high quality sound for the best value. From the V10 to the V153 plus the high-

powered subs, you have what it takes to assemble the system that your music deserves. Other

models to satisfy your most demanding sound needs include: V12 ,V12M, V15, and the V15B and

V18B Subwoofers.

An important factor in loudspeakers, is the smoothness of the sound coverage. Many speakers

that may sound great directly in front of them and in the horizontal plane have problems in the

vertical plane. The V Series™ speakers exhibit very smooth and well-behaved sound dispersion

characteristics in both the horizontal and vertical planes making positioning and set-up less

troublesome. Everyone on stage or in the audience will hear the same, high-quality sound. Because

of the trapezoidal cabinet design, the V-Series speakers can be positioned on the oor as a stage

monitor or mounted on a speaker stand.

When you need that extra bass punch, you can choose the V15B and the V18B reex subwoofers.

WHAT ABOUT THE V SERIES

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Whar fed ale V Serie s s ound rei nfo rceme nt speak ers are des ign ed for d ema nd ing sound

reinforcement applications.

The V Series loudspeakers are high quality, passive speaker systems designed to provide the

best sound in a powerful, feature laden, and easy to use package. They provide transparent

and accurate sound reproduction or reinforcement. The 25.4mm (1.0”) Phenolic high frequency

compression driver projects crystal clear high frequencies. A proprietary 90° x 60° Eliptical Wave

Guide (EWG) delivers the high frequencies in a well dened, even coverage pattern.

The V Series is very exible in application. With its heavy-duty grille, pocket handles, stand socket

and durable carpet nish, the V Series can rise to any sound reinforcement challenge.

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2-way trapezoidal + multifaceted reflex systems

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Passive Subwoofers

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1.0 inch (25.4 mm) Phenolic diaphragm HF driver

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Low distortion, high power, steel frame woofers

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90° x 60° High Frequency Eliptical Wave Guide (EWG)

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High slope internal crossover

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Overcurrent driver protection (PTC)

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Powerful 6.5 in. (165mm) mid-range speaker (V153)

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High power 2” voice coil subwoofer (V15B)

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High power 2.5” voice coil subwoofer (V18B)

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Covered in rugged black carpet

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Rugged handles

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Integrated Stand adapter

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2 x 1/4” input connectors (V10/12/12M/15/153)

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3 x 1/4” input connectors (V15B/18B)

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