Wharfedale Pro WA-S1, WA-S2, WA-W4, WA-C2, WA-C4 Instruction Manual
Achromatic
Slimline Multimedia
Loudspeaker Systems
Instruction Manual
BRITAIN'S MOST FAMOUS LOUDSPEAKERS
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service 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
Read these instructions.
located in an open area without any obstructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
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
Class II construction double insulated.
when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to
This product must not be connected to earth.
avoid injury from tip-over.
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: 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.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
FUSE
BS 1362
BROWN
(Live)
BLUE
(Neutral)
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Before making any connections, switch all the units in
your system off at the mains.
Set the volume control at minimum when you switch on
your system or change sources, and turn the level up
gradually.
DO NOT use your amplifier at full volume.
Ensure that all loudspeakers in the system are correctly
wired.
DO NOT subject your loudspeakers to excessive cold, heat,
humidity or sunlight.
DO NOT place heavy objects on top of loudspeakers
DO NOT connect speaker terminals to the mains supply.
DO NOT dismantle the loudspeaker. There are no user
serviceable parts inside it and you will void the warranty.
Before installing this product
read all these instructions!
PRELIMINARIES
UNPACKING YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS
After taking out the top packing piece, lift the loudspeakers
and accessories from the carton. Remove all the protective
bags. Do NOT lift the loudspeakers out using the bags.
The contents of each carton are as follows:
Satellite Loudspeakers:
! Two satellite speakers
Centre Channel Loudspeakers
! One Centre loudspeaker
! Four rubber feet.
Tower Loudspeakers
! Two tower loudspeakers
! Two sets of plinths and spikes with mounting hardware.
Subwoofers
! One subwoofer
! Four floor spikes (attached to the subwoofer)
! IEC power cord suitable for your location
Check all items after unpacking. If any item is missing or
damaged, immediately contact your Wharfedale dealer.
Retain the packaging. If you dispose of the packing, follow
all recycling regulations in your area.
PREPARATIONS FOR INSTALLATION
Before connecting your system consider where you will place the
speakers in the room. This is particularly important if you are
wall mounting the centre or satellite loudspeakers.
lengths of two core cable. 7.1 installations will require 7 lengths
of cable. The cables connecting the Front loudspeakers should
be the same length and the cables connecting the Surround (and
Rear) loudspeakers should also be of equal length. We suggest
TOWER SPEAKERS
you use cable designed for audio and not general purpose ‘bell’
The tower loudspeakers need to be operated on the special floor
or ‘zip’ wire.
plinths. For improved performance the loudspeakers are spike
SUBWOOFERS
coupled to the floor.
Ensure there is a mains point within easy reach of the unit.
SATELLITE AND CENTRE SPEAKERS
You will need to purchase a suitable RCA interconnect cable to
Achromatic WA-W4, centre and satellite loudspeakers are
connect the subwoofer to your pre-amplifier or A/V amplifier
intended to be operated attached to the wall via the keyhole
(see page10). This cable must be a high quality fully screened
mounts in the rear of the loudspeaker (see Page 6) . Fixings for
cable. Poorly screened cable is liable to pick up stray hum and
attaching the loudspeakers to the wall are not supplied.
interference fields and should be avoided.
As an alternative, the centre loudspeakers are supplied with
CAUTION: When running cables to loudspeakers, do not trail
rubber feet for freestanding the units.
them across open floors where they can be a source of danger.
CONNECTORS AND CABLES
Route them safely, around room boundaries if necessary.
For a standard 5.1 loudspeaker system you will need five
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PREPARING THE TOWERS
ATTACHING THE PLINTH
Place a soft cloth on the floor to protect the
speaker.
Invert the loudspeaker and place it on the cloth.
Place the plinth on the loudspeaker noting the
orientation.
Align the plinth with the mounting holes in the
base of the speaker.
Attach all four screws firmly to secure the plinth.
ATTACHING THE SPIKES
CAUTION: SPIKES ARE SHARP.
Make sure that there are no wires or hidden
obstacles that could be damaged by the spikes
in the immediate operational area of the
speakers.
NEVER drag a loudspeaker on its spikes. Always
lift it. If the item is heavy get assistance.
A mounting hole is located at each corner of the
plinth. Thread a spike through each hole.
Tighten the collar finger tight so that the spike
is secure but not locked in place.
After all the spikes are attached, invert the
loudspeaker and place it carefully on the floor.
LEVELLING THE TOWERS
Loosen the top collar on each spike one turn.
Place a small spirit level on the plinth.
If the floor is not perfectly level you will find that one spike is off the ground. Starting with this spike, unscrew it so that it touches
the floor. Move the other spikes in and out so the speaker does not wobble and is level front and back and sideways. Now tighten
the top collars to lock the spikes firmly in position
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POSITIONING THE LOUDSPEAKERS
2-4 metres
>150 mm
>200 mm
SUB
2-4 metres
>150 mm
>200 mm
SUB
400 mm
1 m
5.1 POSITIONING
Place the front towers as shown. The towers
should be placed away from walls for best
results. Angling the speakers inward slightly
will improve stereo images but too extreme an
angle will impair movie sound.
The towers must be at least 450mm from a TV
screen.
The centre speaker can be placed above or
below the TV screen.
The subwoofer should be operated against
a wall and never across a room corner. The
positioning is not critical but we recommend
that it is placed in front of the listening seat.
Again, never operate a subwoofer within
450mm of conventional TV screen.
The surround speakers should be placed above
and behind the listening seat. They may be
mounted on the side walls or alternatively on
the rear walls but always behind the listener.
If the distance between the side walls is too
great, you could use a second pair of towers as
the surround loudspeakers, placed as shown in
the drawing opposite.
7.1 POSITIONING
If you are using a 7.1 system, the back
loudspeakers must be at least 1 metre behind
the listening seat.
WALL MOUNTING POSITIONS
If you are wall mounting the centre and effects
loudspeakers we recommend that they be
mounted as shown.
Wall mounting the centre channel loudspeaker
below the screen is not recommended
If you are using a pair of WA-W4, WA-S1 or WAS2 as front speakers we recommend that the
Front Left, Right and Centre channel speakers
are all mounted with their centres at the same
height.
CENTRE
CENTRE
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5.1 SYSTEM
7.1 SYSTEM
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