Wharfedale Pro PPS 1 Active Instruction Manual

Customising the PPS 1 Panels Getting the Best From Your Loudspeakers
The PPS 1 Panel can be customised with your choice of graphics.
PHASE
For a small charge most high street picture specialists will be
If the sound lacks definition or the bass is indistinct, the
happy to apply your image to the PPS 1. If you wish to do this
speakers could be incorrectly wired (out of phase). If this is the
yourself, carefully follow the instructions below.
case please check the wiring to the panels carefully.
The material on which the image is applied should be
ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT
lightweight-less than 300gsm. Canvas or painted surfaces are
Wharfedale speakers are compatible with the great majority of
not suitable, nor should the print be glazed. There must be
white space all round the print. We suggest a maximum picture high fidelity equipment currently available - but a loudspeaker
size of 360mm x 420mm. is only as good as the signal it gets. The quality of your source
equipment is critically important.
First remove the existing
RUNNING IN
print.
Like all mechanical systems, loudspeakers to be 'run in'. For the
Carefully lift one corner with a
first 50 hours or so play your system at reasonable volume
fingernail or wooden spatula
levels. After running in, you will notice a sonic improvement,
and slowly peel off the print.
especially in the sub bass unit.
Troubleshooting
To aid picture mounting the
frame may be removed.
If your sound system appears not to be working as well as you expect, the following notes may be of some help.
Carefully remove the eight
Before investigating the cause of a problem, always switch off the system at the mains.
screws in the moulded back
cover and put safely to one Please read this manual together with all the manuals concerning the rest of your system. If, having attempted to resolve the problem,
side. Lift off the frame. the trouble still persists, consult your dealer for assistance.
Do NOT try to remove any covers on the products or attempt to dismantle them in any way. There are no user serviceable parts inside and
you will invalidate any warranty.
L a y a s t r a i g h t e d g e
diagonally across the corners
of the panel. Using a soft Symptom
blunt 2B pencil or whiteboard
marker gently mark four
No sound at all
short lines as shown.
These marks can be removed
with a rubber after the print is
fixed. Sound lacks bass content
Place the print on the panel. Bass distortion at low volume levels
When the corners touch all
four lines, the print is centred.
Excessive, distorted bass at high volumes
Mark the corner positions.
Distorted or rattling sounds at high volume levels
Lay the print face down on
some newspaper. Using a
Sound consists of just bass frequencies
suitable spray mount
No treble from one channel
adhesive, lightly spray the
back of the print as indicated.
Allow to dry for 2-3 minutes.
Apply the print and position it
Indistinct sound
along the top edge only.
Gently rub from side to side
moving down the print whilst
Television picture is distorted or there is colour
lowering it on to the panel.
distortion
Smooth out any creases as
you go.
Guarantee & Service
In the unlikely even that your unit develops a fault you should return it to your Wharfedale dealer using the original packing to
Erase all the guide lines. ensure safe shipping.
Secure the picture frame back The terms of your guarantee may vary from country to country but in all locations the guarantee excludes:
into place using the original All damage caused through accident, misuse, wear and tear, neglect, incorrect installation, adjustment or repair by unauthorised
eight screws removed earlier. personnel.
Liability for damage or loss occurring in transit to or from the purchaser.
Wharfedale will not be liable for any consequential damage, loss or injury, arising from or in conjunction with this equipment.
CONNECTING WIRES Specifications
Avoid trailing cables across open floor spaces where they can be
a source of danger. Route cables safely under carpets or along
room boundaries.
When mounting a panel on a wall the connecting cables may be
unacceptably obvious. Whilst the flat cable would normally be
routed from the panel to the floor, it may be less obtrusive to
route cables from the panel to the ceiling and then within or
Nominal Impedance
immediately underneath the ceiling (or coving).
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Power Handling
Very little maintenance is required. The Picture Panel frame and
(Programme)
the surface of the panel can be occasionally wiped clean with a
soft, damp (not wet) cloth. Do not use detergents or solvents.
Sensitivity (1W 1M)
@
Use an appropriate method if you have applied your own
picture. The cabinet of the sub-bass unit should be cleaned
with a soft damp cloth.
Freq. Response (-6dB)
System Crossover Freq.
System LF Response (Fb)
Drive Units
Dimensions Overall
H x W x D mm
H x W x D inches
Possible Cause
Amplifier Power Output
Sub Bass Amplifier
Are al lunits turned on and working ok.?
Satellite Panel Amplifiers
Check all connections and cables.
Ensure there are no short circuits across terminals.
Check the connections from sub bass unit to panels
Service & Information
Volume from source unit set too high
Sub bass inputs connected to amplifier loudspeaker outputs
Master level set too high, Bass control set too high
Product service enquiries should, in the first instance, be referred to the
System level set too high
supplying dealer. In cases of difficulty or for other product enquiries
Objects placed on sub bass unit
please contact the appointed Wharfedale distributor for the country.
Check connections and cables
The protection device on one or both PPS 1 panels has operated.
UK
Turn down the volume control on your audio system until full output is
(and information on all territories)
resumed.
Wharfedale International Ltd.
One or more loudspeakers is out of phase
IAG House, Sovereign Court,
(See this manual for the connection procedure)
Ermine Business Park, Huntingdon,
The LP 1A sub bass unit is too close to the TV. (Switch off the system and
Cambs PE29 6XU, England.
TV. Move the sub bass away. Leave 20 mins. Switch on again)
Tel: +44 (0)1480 447700
Fax: +44 (0)1480 431767
www.wharfedale.co.uk
The name WHARFEDALE' is a registered trademark of Wharfedale International Limited.
Wharfedale has a policy of continuous product development and reserves the right to change specification without notice.
Wharfedale is a member of the International Audio Group.
PPS 1 Panel LP1 Sub-Bass
8 Ohms 8 Ohms
70 Watts 70 Watts
87dB
87dB
(DML connection)
160Hz - 20KHz 40Hz - 160Hz
160Hz
35Hz
2 x 25mm Exciter 170mm Bass
555 x 500 x 27 235 x 460 x 210
21.8 x 19.7 x 1.1 9.25 x 18.1 x 8.26
100 Watts
2 x 24 Watts
USA CANADA
IAG America, Inc. Korbon Trading Ltd
15 Walpole Park South 6800 Kitimat Road
Units 19-20
Walpole
Mississauga
MA 02081
Ontario
Tel: +1 508 850 3950
Tel: +1 905 567 1920
Info@iagamerica.com
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