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Standard Connection

Choose a suitable length of twin core speaker cable for each 
channel, and prepare the ends. Unscrew each terminal a few 
turns.Connect the red, positive (+) terminal of the Left 

loudspeaker to the corresponding red, positive (+) amplifier 

terminal. Connect the black, negative (-) terminals similarly.
Tighten the terminals securely. Repeat this procedure for the 
Right channel. 

Connecting the Front Loudspeakers

Bi-Wiring

Unscrew each terminal a few turns and remove 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 dealer.

RIGHT SPEAKER

LEFT SPEAKER

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BI-WIRED CONNECTION

HF+

HF+

HF-

HF-

LF+

LF+

LF-

LF-

HF+

HF+

HF-

HF-

LF+

LF+

LF-

LF-

AMPLIFIER

R.SPKR

L.SPKR

AMPLIFIER

TREBLE

BASS

RIGHT SPEAKER

R.SPKR

L.SPKR

AMPLIFIER

R.SPKR

L.SPKR

H
F

+

B
A
S

S
+

H
F
-

B

A
S
S

-

H
F

+

B
A
S

S
+

H
F
-

B

A
S
S

-

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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