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  • Page 1 WA T T / P u p p y S y s t e m 8 O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l...
  • Page 2 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o ® i s a r e g i s t e r e d t r a d e m a r k o f W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s , I n c . C u b ®...
  • Page 3 A b l e O f O n T e n T S 1 – i � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7 e c t i o n o u r o o m...
  • Page 4 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l 3 � 1 – i � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3 1 e c t i o n n i t i A l S S e m b l Y...
  • Page 5 A b l e O f O n T e n T S 9 – W � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6 9 e c t i o n A r r A n t Y n f o r m A t i o n...
  • Page 6 W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 7 S e c t i o n 1 – I n Y o u r R o o m...
  • Page 8 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...

  • Page 9: Section 1.1 - Room Acoustics

    Final Listening Room Setup (Voicing) For a speaker system its size, the WATT/Puppy System 8 is unmatched in its abil- ity to reproduce the musical event. It is truly state of the art. However, room acoustics and boundary interactions affect the sound of a loudspeaker to such a large degree that poor setup can seriously degrade your enjoyment of even the finest loudspeaker.
  • Page 10 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l your WATT/Puppys. Speaking in a moderately loud voice and at a con- stant volume, project your voice out into the room. Your voice will have an overly heavy, “chesty”...

  • Page 11: Section 1.2 - Room Reflections

    1 – i e C T i O n O u r O O m sidewall, progressing between the two pieces of tape. As above, listen for the point in the room where your voice transitions from bass-heavy and diffuse to neutral. Mark this point with tape. Continue your progres- sion until there is an obvious interaction with the opposite wall in front of you and mark this point with tape.
  • Page 12 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l over time. You can test for slap echo in any room by clapping your hands sharply in the middle of the room and listening for the characteristic sound of the echo in the midrange.
  • Page 13 1 – i e C T i O n O u r O O m tical) solution to eliminate slap echo is nonparallel walls. This is because, rather than support slap-echo, nonparallel walls allow the sound to diffuse. This approach can be accounted for during the construction process.
  • Page 14 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l ment devices should be used judiciously. Standing Waves Another type of reflection phenomenon is “standing waves.” Standing waves cause the unnatural boosting or accentuation of certain frequencies, typically in the bass, to be found at certain discreet locations in the room.
  • Page 15 1 – i e C T i O n O u r O O m In general, placement of the speaker in a corner will excite the maximal number of standing waves in a room and is to be avoided for most direct radiator, full-range loudspeaker systems.
  • Page 16 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l Section 1.3 - Resonances Resonance in listening rooms is generally caused by two sources: • Structures within the listening room.

  • Page 17: Section 1.4 - Your Room

    1 – i e C T i O n O u r O O m rooms will resonate at a lower frequency and have more complex (better) modal distri- butions than will smaller rooms. Volume resonances, wall panel resonances, and low frequency standing waves combine to form a low frequency coloration in the sound.
  • Page 18 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l will have different standing wave frequency exaggerations depend- ing on where you are sitting. Addi- tionally, these long rooms are often quite lean in the bass near the cen- ter of the room.
  • Page 19 The asymmetry of the walls in L-shaped rooms resists the buildup of standing waves (see Figure 2). WATT/Puppy System 8 In A Dedicated Home Theater Home theaters can be organized many different ways. Some use rows of couches.
  • Page 20 The Wilson Audio Setup Procedure (Section 1.1) is the best method with which to position your loudspeakers. Start with the speakers about 18” from each wall and, if you need to move them relative to the side wall, move them away from the wall, not closer.
  • Page 21 WATT/Puppy and reflective side walls. Depending on the room, judicious use of sound absorbent materials will reduce the space requirement. By following the guidelines in this manual, your new WATT/Puppy System 8 loud- speakers can provide you with a lifetime of pure music reproduction.
  • Page 22 W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 23 S e c t i o n 2 – U n c r a t i n g y o u r WA T T / P u p p y s...
  • Page 24 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 25 Place the ODD numbered modules in the LEFT channel section and the EVEN in the RIGHT channel section. Section 2.1 - Uncrating the WATT/Puppy System 8 Initial Check The WATT/Puppy is shipped in four wooden crates. Upon receiving these crates, please check their condition.
  • Page 26 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l scratch the paint. 4. Place the Puppy with an odd serial number on the left side of the room and the Puppy with an even serial number on the right side of the room.
  • Page 27 2 – u W A T T / P e C T i O n n C r A T i n g O u r u P P y S 2 - Pin Style Grilles (1 per enclosure) 6 - “A” Spikes 2 - #2 Spikes 2 - #3 Spikes 2 - #4 Spikes...
  • Page 28 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l 1 -1 5/32” Allen Wrench 1 - Polishing Cloth Note: After set up of the system, keep the shipping crates in case of future shipping needs.
  • Page 29 S e c t i o n 3 – A s s e m b l i n g Y o u r WA T T / P u p p y s...
  • Page 30 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...

  • Page 31: Section 3.1 - Initial Assembly

    S S e m b l i n g O u r u P P y S Note: Before setting up the Watt/Puppy System 8, study carefully Section 1, “In Your Room.” It provides valuable information on determining the ideal room location for your speakers.
  • Page 32 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l the WATT to the Puppy and are used to correct propagation delay. “A” spikes are always installed in the front two positions (the threaded holes located near the bottom front of the enclosure).
  • Page 33 3 – A W A T T / P e C T i O n S S e m b l i n g O u r u P P y S 5 - S WAtt’ igure liDe the S front SPikeS Along the guiDeS in the toP of the uPPY keePing reAr WAtt...
  • Page 34 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l Note: Ensure that the two front spikes are properly in their receptacles and that the WATT is not skewed atop the Puppy.
  • Page 35 P P y S Puppy Tail Connection The correct connection of the Puppy Tail in the WATT/Puppy System 8 is: • Connect the RED lug at the load end of the tail to the RED terminal on the WATT.
  • Page 36 W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 37 S e c t i o n 4 – F i n i s h i n g U p...
  • Page 38 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...

  • Page 39: Section 4.1 - Final Setup

    S h i n g Section 4.1 – Final Setup Your dealer is trained in the art and science of the Wilson Audio Setup Procedure (WASP) outlined in Section 1. Before the spike/diode assemblies are attached to the bottom of your WATT/Puppys, the set up and fine tuning of your loudspeaker should be completed.
  • Page 40 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l spike (see Figure 7). 4. Locate either the 1.5 inch or 2 inch (See Figure 7) set screw. The 1.5 inch is used with Paws and no spacers and with one spacer;...
  • Page 41 4 – f e C T i O n i n i S h i n g 5. If desired, place the corresponding number of spacer discs over the bolt. 6. Assemble the rest of the spikes/diodes 7. Once all adjustments have been made, with the 9/16” wrench provided, tighten the nut on the spike to the diode.
  • Page 42 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l • You may rotate the spike tips in place by using a vice-grip or toothed pli- ers.
  • Page 43 4 – f e C T i O n i n i S h i n g can damage the paint. 3. Take care in removing the protective film near edges and corners to pre- vent paint damage in these areas. 4.
  • Page 44 W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 45 S e c t i o n 5 – C a r e o f WA T T / P u p p y S y s t e m 8...
  • Page 46 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...

  • Page 47: Section 5.0 - Care Of The Finish

    P P y y S T e m Section 5.0 – Care of the Finish The WATT/Puppy System 8 loud- speakers are hand painted with Wilson- Gloss™ paint and hand polished to a high luster. While the finish seems quite...
  • Page 48 All audio equipment will sound best after its components have been broken in for some period of use. Wilson Audio breaks in all woofers and mid-range drivers for approximately 12 hours. All drivers are then tested, calibrated, and matched for their acoustical properties.

  • Page 49: Section 5.1 - Enclosure Technology

    Section 5.1 – Enclosure Technology Materials Wilson Audio has conducted many hours of research on the impact of materi- als on speaker enclosure performance. Through this effort, Wilson pioneered the use of non-resonant materials, first with the use of mineral-filled acrylic in the WATT and continuing with the further development of proprietary materials for X-1 Grand SLAMM and WATT/Puppy.

  • Page 50: Section 5.2 - Depth Of Design

    System 8 results in an enclosure that is inherently inert and non-resonant. All of these structural aspects are combined, allowing Wilson Audio to deliver a prod- uct that maintains the strictest structural tolerances, durability, and reliability. This also means that the WATT/Puppys will have consistent, repeatable performance, unaffected by the climatic conditions, anywhere in the world.
  • Page 51 5 – C W A T T / P e C T i O n A r e O f u P P y y S T e m W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 52 W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 53 S e c t i o n 6 – T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g...
  • Page 54 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 55 6 – T e C T i O n r O u b l e S h O O T i n g One channel is not operating: C h e c k t h e i n t e r c o n n e c t s f r o m s o u r c e . C h e c k t h e c o n n e c t i o n s o n t h e s p e a k - e r c a b l e s , b o t h a t t h e a m p l i f i e r a n d s p e a k e r e n d s .
  • Page 56 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l t h e X - m a t e r i a l d o o r o n t h e b o t t o m o f t h e W A T T m o d u l e .
  • Page 57 6 – T e C T i O n r O u b l e S h O O T i n g Tu r n t h e a m p l i f i e r o f f . D i s c o n n e c t t h e s p e a k e r l e a d s a t t h e m a i n i n p u t t o t h e s p e a k e r .
  • Page 58 W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 59 S e c t i o n 7 – S y s t e m S p e c i f i c a t i o n s...
  • Page 60 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 61 7 – S e C T i O n y S T e m P e C i f i C A T i O n S Enclosure Type WATT: Rear Ported Midrange Enclosure Type Puppy: Rear Ported Woofer Woofers: Two - 8 inch {20.32 cm} Midrange One - 7 inch {17.78 cm}...
  • Page 62 S T e m W n e r A n u A l WATT/Puppy System 8 Dimensions iGure W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 63 7 – S e C T i O n y S T e m P e C i f i C A T i O n S W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 64 W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 65 S e c t i o n 8 – P r o p a g a t i o n D e l a y T a b l e s...
  • Page 66 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 67 8 – P e C T i O n r O P A g A T i O n e l A y A b l e S W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 68 W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
  • Page 69 S e c t i o n 9 – Wa r r a n t y I n f o r m a t i o n...
  • Page 70 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...

  • Page 71: Section 9.0 - Warranty Information

    Wilson Audio, an authorized Wilson Audio Dealer Technician or a service or repair center authorized by Wilson Audio to service or re- pair the product. Contact Wilson Audio at (801) 377-2233 for information on location of Wilson Audio Dealers and authorized service and repair centers.
  • Page 72 Purchaser must pay for shipping to Wilson Audio, and Wilson Audio will pay for shipping of its choice to re- turn the product to purchaser. A RETURNED PRODUCT MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION OF THE DEFECT.
  • Page 73 Wilson Audio by the dealer at dealer’s sole expense. Wilson Audio will pay return freight of its choice. A returned product must be accompanied by a written descrip- tion of the defect.
  • Page 74 W A T T / P ’ u P P y y S T e m W n e r A n u A l W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...

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