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Before installing this product read all these instructions!

Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions.

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.

Loudspeakers should not be placed directly facing other hi-fi units, or share the same shelf or cabinet.

DO NOT

 place heavy objects on top of loudspeakers.

Some manufacturers forbid the placing of objects on top of their TV sets. Check your TV handbook before installing the speaker directly on your 
TV set. Consult your TV dealer if you are in any doubt.

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 by doing so.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, the apparatus has 

been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Caution:

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

Unpacking Your Loudspeaker

DIAMOND 12 loudspeakers come in different shapes and sizes. If you are unpacking a floor stander, please remember that these units are heavy. 

We suggest that you have someone to assist you.

Lift the loudspeaker carefully out of the packing. DO NOT try and lift the loudspeaker using the protective bag.

Unpack the accessories carefully.

If there is any sign of damage or if the contents are incomplete, report this to your dealer as soon as possible.

Retain the packing for future safe transport of the product. If you dispose of the packing, do so with respect to any recycling provisions in your area.

Attaching the Spikes to Floorstanding Models – D12.3, D12.4

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Make sure you have plenty of unobstructed working space.

Place a soft cloth on the floor to protect the loudspeaker.

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Invert the loudspeaker onto the cloth.

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Thread a locknut onto each spike and loosely rub it up the thread.

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Thread the spikes into the spike inserts. Tighten them with finger tight.

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Invert the loudspeaker. Be careful not to damage the floor with the spikes.

Levelling the Loudspeakers

When the speaker is upright: You will probably find that the speaker will wobble with one spike not contacting the floor. Adjust this spike until 

With the aid of a spirit level move each spike in and out until the loudspeaker is level and sitting squarely on all four

Screw in rubber feet are provided for use on wood or stone floors etc. and should be attached in the same manner 

as the spikes.

all four spikes are in contact to the floor.

spikes without rocking.

Now tighten each locknut securely against the collar in the plinth to secure the spike.

Important Safety Information

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

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Summary of Contents for Diamond 121

Page 1: ...DIAMOND 12 0 DIAMOND 12 1 DIAMOND 12 2 DIAMOND 12 3 DIAMOND 12 4 DIAMOND 12 C DIAMOND 12 Series Diamond 12_manual indd 1 User Manual BRITAIN S MOST FAMOUS LOUDSPEAKERS ...

Page 2: ...re unpacking a floor stander please remember that these units are heavy We suggest that you have someone to assist you Lift the loudspeaker carefully out of the packing DO NOT try and lift the loudspeaker using the protective bag Unpack the accessories carefully If there is any sign of damage or if the contents are incomplete report this to your dealer as soon as possible Retain the packing for fut...

Page 3: ...in your speaker cables so you can alter their position to best advantage Preparing Loudspeaker Cable Split the twin cores to a depth of about 40mm Carefully strip the insulation from each end leaving about 10mm of bare wire If the cable is stranded lightly twist to gather any loose strands Connecting Screw Terminals All loudspeakers use screw terminals Unscrew the terminal Insert the bare end of t...

Page 4: ...d ideally be positioned so that the treble units are roughly at ear level to s seated listener As personal taste plays a large role experiment with different configurations and play a wide range of programmes before finalising the position of your speakers Positioning the Front Loudspeakers The centre channel loudspeaker should be positioned centrally between the loudspeakers close to the television ...

Page 5: ...the metal straps Connect the cables between the amplifier and the loudspeakers as indicated above and re tighten all the terminals securely LEFT SPEAKER Bi Amping By connecting each loudspeaker drive unit to its own dedicated amplifier the advantages of bi wiring can be extended IF you own two indentical stereo power amplifiers your speakers may be bi amped For further details please consult your dea...

Page 6: ...ng the subwoofer across a corner boosts the bass but may impair clarity The performance of a home theatre system can be enhanced by using two subwoofers 6 1 and 7 1 System Placement Dolby Labs DTS and THX offer 6 1 and 7 1 format Although the precise configuration of these systems will depend on the capabilities of your processor and you should be guided by those instructions we would make some obse...

Page 7: ...is especially important if you are bi wiring if only one element in a bi wired system is incorrectly connected out of phase the effects can be very noticeable yet hard to pinpoint Delay and LFE Settings Setting Loudspeaker Sizes and Levels If you are not using a subwoofer Set the Front speakers to Large Set the Subwoofer option on the processor to Off or No The Front channels will now receive all th...

Page 8: ...e construction and finish to carefully designed and selected acoustic components Wharfedale speakers are built to provide a lifetime of sonic pleasure We hope you will derive many years of good service from our products Servicing In the unlikely event that your unit develops a fault you should return it to your Wharfedale dealer using the original packing to ensure safe shipping The terms of your g...

Page 9: ...ced PP Cone 1 25mm Textile Dome No 88dB 20 120W 96dB 8Ω Compatible 4 0Ω 50Hz 20kHz 43Hz 2 0kHz 11 8L 335 x 200 x 285 28 mm 8 2kg pcs General description Design philosophy and core technology Enclosure type Transducer complement ABR Bass driver Midrange driver Treble driver Full range driver AV shield Sensitivity 2 83V 1m Recommended amplifier power Peak power handling Peak SPL Nominal impedance Min...

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Page 12: ...480 452561 Email service wharfedale co uk http www wharfedale co uk IAG reserves the right to alter the design and specifications without notice All rights reserved IAG Group Ltd Wharfedale is a member of the International Audio Group CODE WH14 MNL005a Diamond 12_manual indd 12 ...

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