Wharfedale Pro CR-30.1 User manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
After taking out the top packing piece, lift the loudspeaker/s from the carton. Do NOT lift a loudspeaker out using the
protectivebag.Afterunpackingremovealltheprotectivebagsfromtheloudspeakersandstoreordisposeofthemsafely.
The CR-30.4 and CR-30.5 are heavy. If you are unsure of your ability to unpack and manoeuvre them safely, get someone to
helpyou.
Check all items after unpacking. If any item is missing or damaged, immediately contact your Wharfedale dealer. Retain
thepackaging.Ifyoudisposeof the packing,followall recycling regulationsinyour area.
UNPACKING
Readtheseinstructions.Keeptheseinstructions.Heedall warnings. Followallinstructions.
Beforemakingany connections, switchallthe units inyoursystem off atthemains.
Setthevolume control atminimumwhen you switchonyour system orchangesources, and turnthelevel up gradually.
DO NOT use your amplifier at full volume.
Ensurethatall loudspeakersin the systemarecorrectly wired.
DONOTsubjectyourloudspeakerstoexcessivecold, heat, humidityorsunlight.
Loudspeakersshouldnotbeplaced directly facingotherhi-fi units, orsharethe same shelforcabinet.
DONOTplaceheavyobjects on topofloudspeakers.
Some manufacturers forbid the placing of objects on top of their TV sets. Check your TV handbook before installing the speaker
directlyonyour TV set.Consultyour TV dealerifyou are inanydoubt.
DONOTconnectspeakerterminalstothemains supply.
DONOTdismantletheloudspeaker.Thereare no user serviceableparts inside it andyou will voidthewarranty.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, the
apparatushasbeen exposed torainor moisture, doesnotoperate normally,orhas been dropped.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this
device.
Thissymbol indicates thatthere are importantoperating and maintenance
instructionsinthe literature accompanyingthisunit.
Before installing this product read all these instructions!

PREPARING THE CR-30.4 & CR-30.5 LOUDSPEAKERS
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POSITIONING STEREO LOUDSPEAKERS
The CR-30.4 and 30.5 are floor standing. We suggest they are
positionedat least200 mmfrom therear wallsand 700mm from
the side walls, facing slightly inwards. The CR-30.1, 30.2 and
30.3may bestand or wall mounted or placed ona rigidshelf.
The bass extension will improve if smaller speakers are
operated closer to the rear walls. If the loudspeakers are placed
too close to the walls the bass will increase but may be boomy
and indistinct. If the loudspeakers are placed away from the
walls, the inward angle may be increased by up to 40%, but this
mayrestrictthe width oftheoptimum listening position.
A rule of thumb is that the listener should be as far from the
loudspeakers as they are from each other. The speakers should
ideally be positioned so that the treble units are roughly at ear
level to a seated listener. As personal taste plays a large role,
experiment with different configurations and play a wide range
ofprogrammesbefore finalising thepositionof your speakers.
ATTACHING THE PLINTH AND SPIKES
LEVELLING THE LOUDSPEAKER
Place a soft cloth on the floor to protect the speaker. Invert the
loudspeakerandplaceiton the cloth.
Attach the plinth firmly to the loudspeaker using the four
suppliedscrews.
Thread a locking nut two-thirds of the way up the spike.Thread
each spike assembly into a spike mount.. Tighten finger tight so
thatthe spikeis securebut not lockedinplace.
Invert the loudspeaker and place it carefully on the floor. 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 until the speaker is
level front and back and sideways. Now tighten the nuts to lock
thespikesfirmlyinposition
Aset ofspikeseats is providedfor sensitivefloors.
Placea seat undereach spikebeforeyou levelthespeakers.
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
onits spikes.Alwayslift it.If theitem isheavy get assistance.
SPIKE SEATS:
CAUTION: SPIKES ARE SHARP.
SCREW
SPIKE
PLINTH
2 - 4 metres
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5
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4
0
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>0.7metre
CR-30.4, 30.5
>200 mm
CR-30.1, 30.2, 30.3
>50 mm

SUB
POSITIONING HOME CINEMA LOUDSPEAKERS
2-4 metres >150 mm
>200 mm
2-4 metres >150 mm
>200 mm
400 mm
1m
5.1 POSITIONING
7.1 POSITIONING
WALL MOUNTING POSITIONS
Place the front speakers as shown. Front
loudspeakers should be placed away from
walls for best results. Angling the speakers
inward slightly will improve stereo images but
tooextremean angle willimpairmovie sound.
All the speakers with the exception of the CR-
30C must be placed at least 450mm from a CRT
TV. Flat panelsareunaffected.
TheCR-30Ccentrespeakercanbeplaced above
orbelowthe TV screen.
Subwoofer room positioning is not critical but
we recommend that it is placed in front of the
listening seat. Never operate the subwoofer
within450mmof a conventional TVscreen.
The surround speakers should be placed above
and behind the listening seat. They may be
mounted on the side walls or on the rear walls
but always behind the listener. Do not operate
themwithin450mm of aconventionalCRT TV.
If the distance between the side walls is too
great, you could use a second pair of stand
mounted or floorstanding loudspeakers as the
surround loudspeakers, placed as shown in the
drawingopposite.
If you are using a 7.1 system, the back
loudspeakers must be at least 1 metre behind
thelisteningseat.
If you are wall mounting the centre and effects
loudspeakers we recommend that they be
mountedas shown.
TheCR30.1 has integralspeakermounts.
To wall mount the CR30C we recommend that
you consult your dealer to advise you on a
suitablewall bracket.
Wall mounting the centre loudspeaker below
the screen is not recommended unless the
screen is mounted significantly above eye level.
Consult your TV user guide for preferred
placementoptions.
CENTRE
CENTRE
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5.1 SYSTEM
7.1 SYSTEM
SUB
WALL MOUNTING POSITIONS

DOLBY LABS RECOMMENDED 7.1 PLACEMENT
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The crossover terminal panel of the CR-30.1 loudspeaker is
providedwithan integral keyholeslotforwallmounting.
Wall mounting should be carried out by
Before you attempt wall or ceiling mounting, ensure the surface is
stable and strong enough to support the weight of the speaker and
mountinghardware.
Drill one 6mm hole in the wall at a suitable height off the floor. Fix
a suitable No 8 round head screw firmly into each hole using
appropriate wall plugs. Leave a stub of 7mm protruding from the
wall. Align the keyhole slot in the crossover panel over the screw
headandcarefully lower theunitonto the screw.
Remove the loudspeakers from the wall ready for connection. After
connectiontheycan be re-installed onthewall.
licensed sound contractors
or technicians with appropriate qualifications and experience. All
installation and wiring should comply with the standards laid down
bythecompetent authority inthecountry and placeofinstallation.
You will need 1 No.8 screw and matching wall plug to attach each
loudspeaker to the wall. These are the responsibility of the installer
whoshouldsupply suitable fixingsforthis purpose.
CR-30.1 (Detail)
6.0mm
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No 8 x 40mm
7mm
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WALL MOUNTING THE CR-30.1 LOUDSPEAKERS
Left Surround
Left Back
90º
110º
135º
150º
22º 30º
LFE
Centre
Right Back
Right Front
Left Front
Right Surround
(Single back channel
for 6.1sound)

CONNECTING YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS - 1
TERMINAL PANELS
All the loudspeakers connect to the amplifier via a twin
terminal connecting panel. The CR30.1 has a keyhole
mountintegratedinto the crossover panel.
Thepositive(+) terminal is located at the rightofthepanel
andiscoded Red.The Negative (–) terminal iscodedBlack.
CABLE PREPARATION
CONNECTING A SPEAKER TERMINAL
Prepare a length of loudspeaker cable for each speaker.
Splitthecores to a depthofabout40mm. Carefully strip the
insulation from each end, leaving about 8mm of bare wire.
If the cable is stranded, lightly twist to gather any loose
strands.
Audio cable is polarised, with two cores of different colours,
or often a coloured tracer or identification rib. We suggest
that you connect the coloured/striped wire to the RED,
Positive terminals of your amplifier. This will ensure that
all the loudspeakers are connected the correct way round
andavoid set-up problems.
Unscrew a terminal. Thread the bared end of each cable
through the hole in the bottom of the terminal post. Ensure
that there are no loose strands which may touch adjacent
terminals.Retightenthe terminal securely.
40mm
8mm
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CR-30.1
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CONNECTING YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS - 2
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Ifyouare wallmountingspeakers:
1:Runthecable from the amplifierto the speaker.
2:Connectthe cable totheloudspeaker.
3:Hangthe loudspeakeronthewall.
4:Connectthe loudspeakercabletotheamplifier.
FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT
STEREO CONNECTIONS
STEREO AMPLIFIER
ROOM PLACEMENT
R
L
Connect each loudspeaker to the correct channel ofyour amplifier or processor taking care to connect the Red, Positive (+) terminal of
the speaker to the Red, Positive (+) terminal of the speaker output terminal of the amplifier, and similarly with the Black, Negative
(–)terminal.
5.1 CHANNEL CONNECTIONS
CENTRE
LL
RC
R
RIGHT LEFT
SURROUND LEFT
SURROUND RIGHT
ROOM PLACEMENT
To Subwoofer
The Wharfedale range features several subwoofers to complement your Crystal loudspeakers. Your Wharfedale dealer will be
pleased to advise you on a suitable choice.
LR
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SL SR
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SETTING UP A STEREO SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING Before investigating a problem, switch off the system at the mains.
Excessive bass distortion at low volumes Subwoofer level set too high; LFE level set too high; Subwoofer incorrectly wired
Excessive or distorted bass at high levels System level set too high; Bass control set too high;
Indistinct sound; Poor localisation of
effects. Poor localisation of dialogue
One or more loudspeakers is out of phase. Check all system connections and rectify.
(Read the manual for correct connection procedure)
Distortion / rattling at high levels System level too high; Objects too close or on top of speakers/subwoofer.
Sound lacks bass content
Bass reproduction indistinct
Front loudspeakers out of phase. Check all system connections and rectify.
Subwoofer not switched on; Subwoofer phase incorrect; Subwoofer crossover control too low
No Sound System not switched on; Speaker cables shorting terminals out; Wrong source selected
Symptom Possible Cause
SETTING UP AN AV SYSTEM
Most digital AV processors require you to specify the size of speakers in all operational channels. These are usually ‘Large’
or ‘Small’. Set all the bookshelf speakers to “Small“. This will direct all the bass in the system to the subwoofer for clean,
deep and louder bass. The floorstanding loudspeakers should be set to “Large“. It is normal for centre and effects
speakersto besetto“Small“. Set the ‘Subwoofer’ option on the processor to “on”.If there is nosubwooferinthe system set
allthe speakersto “Large”andset thesubwooferto “Off”
When the loudspeaker settings are finalised, put the AV amplifier into its “Test” mode (see your processor instructions),
Adjustthe levels untilallchannels areequallyloud.
Ensurethat the listeningseatis centraltothe loudspeakers.
Adjust the speakers for the optimum performance. You will find that a few
degreesmore or less“toe in”can affectthesound dramatically.
Play some music with which you are familiar.
The sound should be well balanced with a firm bass. If the sound lacks definition or the bass is indistinct, the speakers
couldbe incorrectly wired(out of phase).Inthis case checkthe wiring totheloudspeakers.
Please read the relevant sections of your AV amplifier manual and familiarise yourself with the various
issues.If you areunsure, consult yourdealerfor help.
IF YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS ARE NOT WORKING SATISFACTORILY, PLEASE WORK THROUGH THE TABLE BELOW BEFORE
CONTACTINGYOURDEALER FORASSISTANCE.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
GUARANTEE & SERVICE
UK
If you play the speakers with the grilles off exercise great
care.NEVER touch drive unitswhich are easilydamaged.
The loudspeaker cabinets can be cleaned with a damp
cloth or with a spray furniture polish and a soft cloth.
Apply the spray sparingly to the cloth and then polish the
cabinet.Never apply spraydirectlyto thecabinet.
In the unlikely event that your unit develops a fault you
should return it to your Wharfedale dealer using the
originalpacking to ensuresafeshipping.
The terms of your guarantee may vary in different
countriesbut in allcasesthe guaranteeexcludes:
All damage caused through accident, misuse, wear and
tear, neglect, incorrect installation, adjustment or repair
by unauthorised personnel. Liability for damage or loss
occurringin transit toorfrom thepurchaser.
Wharfedale will not be liable for any consequential
damage,lossorinjury, arising from or in conjunction with
thisequipment.
www.wharfedale.co.uk
For information on other authorised service centres worldwide
contactWharfedale International intheU.K.
A worldwide distributor list is available on the Wharfedale
website:
Wharfedale has a policy of continuous product development
andreserves therighttochange specification withoutnotice.
The name ‘WHARFEDALE' is a registered trademark of
Wharfedale International Ltd. Wharfedale is a member of the
International Audio Group
AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRES
ASIA
IAG Sales and Service Centre, Jiuwei Village,
Xixiang Town, Shenzhen, China 518102
International Audio Group, Unit 4, St Margaret’s Way,
StukeleyMeadows Industrial Estate Huntingdon, Cambs,
PE296EB
Tel:[phone] Fax:[phone]
Tel: [phone]Fax:[phone]
FURTHER INFORMATION
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Format
Bass Unit
Bass/Midrange unit
Tweeter
Rec. Amplifier Power
Nominal Impedance
A/V shielding
Sensitivity (1W @ 1M)
Freq. Response (-6dB)
Size (H x W x D) mm
Height on Plinth mm
SPECIFICATIONS
Format
Tweeter
Rec. Amplifier Power
Nominal Impedance
A/V shielding
Sensitivity (1W @ 1M)
Freq. Response (-6dB)
Size (H x W x D)
Bass/Midrange unit
mm
Centre
2x130mm
25mm
25-125W
6Ohms
Yes
86dB
70Hz-24kHz
172x415x172
Bookshelf/Wall
25mm
25-100W
6Ohms
No
85dB
75Hz-24kHz
220x141x147
Bookshelf/Stand
170mm
25mm
25-125W
6Ohms
No
86dB
60Hz-24kHz
300x180x212
Bookshelf/Stand
170mm
25mm
25-150W
6Ohms
No
88dB
50Hz-24kHz
350x205x240
FloorStanding
170mm
25mm
25-150W
6Ohms
No
87dB
45Hz-24kHz
830x205x240
FloorStanding
170mm
25mm
25-200W
6Ohms
No
88dB
40Hz-24kHz
970x205x240
100mm
868 1008
170mm
170mm(Rad)
Front Speakers CR-30.1 CR-30.2 CR-30.3 CR-30.4 CR-30.5
CR-30C
Effects Speakers

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