Wharfedale Pro Typhon Series User manual

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TYPHON-AX12
TYPHON-AX12-BT
TYPHON-AX8
TYPHON-AX8-BT
Wharfedale Pro Typhon Series User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS …………………………………………… 1
TYPHON - Pronounced - “TYF—ON” ……………………………………………… 2
IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ………………………… 3 - 4
REAR PANEL FEATURES ..………………………………………………………… 5 - 8
TECHNICAL DRAWINGS ………..……..……..……..……..……………………….. 9 - 10
SPECIFICATIONS ……………………………………………………………………. 11 - 12

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IMPORTANTSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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TYPHON - Pronounced - “TYF—ON”
In ancient mythology, Typhon was a giant who brought fear to his enemies. From a similar era
to the Titans, it is said that the God Typhon had the power to create and control massive wind
tornadoes in his battles. Mythology also often refers to him as being invincible.
Power, control and “invincibility” are all features which Typhon active loudspeakers
have been designed around.
Two sized models are available. 8” and 12”. Both sizes feature the same 720w contin-
uous amplification power and both sizes are available as an aptX Bluetooth model.
A polypropylene cabinet design with a full frontal steel grille houses the most advanced
active loudspeakers ever created by Wharfedale Pro. This injection moulded cabinet is
carefully engineered to feature 5 carry handles making transportation easy and well
balanced.
Advanced internal DSP algorithms generate a sound stage which surpasses the dimen-
sions of the cabinet. The two separate Class D power amps (600w RMS for the LF and
120w RMS for the HF) deliver huge output power while keeping the overall weight to
minimum. The efficiency of the amplifier stage means that Typhon uses convection
cooling - resulting in a more reliable product with quieter operation.
Custom Wharfedale Pro transducers have been selected for Typhon. The custom com-
pression driver features a 1.75” voice coil. This is coupled to a 100° x 80° waveguide for
smooth HF dispersion. The custom Wharfedale Pro LF transducers (8” in Typhon-AX8
and 12” in Typhon-AX12) have newly designed ferrite cores and use flat coil windings to
aid cooling. All models feature a moisture rejecting cone material which allows Typhon
to be used in damp or humid conditions.
The Typhon-AX12-BT and Typhon-AX8-BT feature aptX Bluetooth input connectivity and
stereo linking which makes setup with mobile devices simple and cable free.
Features
• 720w continuous (1440w peak)
• Full frontal steel grilles with inner cloth protection
• Top and bottom practical handles
• Bi-amplified with Class D amps
• 4 position DSP
• 9 x M8 rigging points
• 2.5” LF transducer voice coil with flat windings
• 1.75” HF compression driver voice coil
• 100° x 80° dispersion Hybrid Symmetry waveguide
• RCA inputs (Typhon-AX8 and Typhon-AX8-BT only)

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IMPORTANTWARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before this product is operated.
2. Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water – The appliance should not be used near water
or moisture – for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs,
convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart or rack is used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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17.
- This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
- Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back) as there
are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
- The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
18. Protective earthing terminal. The apparatus should be connected to a mains
socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
19. the ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with
items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.;
20. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
21. Attention should be drawn to environmental aspects of battery disposal.
22. The mains plug is used as disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.
23. The product is designed to use in moderate climates.
15. CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel
only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
16. WARNING：To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on apparatus.

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REAR PANEL FEATURES
Typhon-AX12 and Typhon-AX12-BT

Typhon-AX8 and Typhon-AX8-BT
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AC INPUT
ON
OFF
POWER
FRONT
LED
LOOP
A B
INPUT
(BALANCED)(BALANCED)
OUTPUT
Made in China
Serial No.
VOLUME+6
-∞
VOLUME
+6
-∞
LINE
MIC
LINE
ST BT
PAIR
BT
1 2 3 4
LIMIT
POWER
90Hz
HPF
D-EQ
MIX
1
FLAT
EQ
PUNCH
2 3 4
MONITOR
DSP SETTING
BASS
AC 220-240V~50/60Hz
600W
FUSE T3.15AL 250V
AC INPUT
ON
OFF
POWER
FRONT
LED
LOOP
A B
INPUT
(BALANCED)(BALANCED)
OUTPUT
Made in China
Serial No.
VOLUME+6
-∞
VOLUME
+6
-∞
LINE
MIC
1 2 3 4
LIMIT
POWER
90Hz
HPF
D-EQ
MIX
1
FLAT
EQ
PUNCH
2 3 4
MONITOR
DSP SETTING
BASS
AC 220-240V~50/60Hz
600W
FUSE T3.15AL 250V

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1. VOLUME controls for INPUT A and INPUT B:
These knobs control the level of each input channel.
2. DSP setting : (4 modes)
1) FLAT
2) MONITOR
3) BASS
4) PUNCH
3. DSP Selection
With each tap of the D-EQ button, the DSP will step through each of the 4 above
DSP modes. The LED will show which DSP mode is currently active.
4. Bluetooth operation (Typhon-AX12-BT and Typhon-AX8-BT only) :
a. MONO Mode:
Press and release the PAIR button on one speaker only.
Select “Wharfedale Pro BT” on your device. The BT LED will change to solid when
paired.
To disconnect, press and release the PAIR button.
b. STEREO Link Mode: - For use with 2 units of Typhon-AX12-BT OR Typhon-AX8-BT
Press and hold the PAIR button on each speaker until the ST LED is blinking. The
ST LED will change to solid when Linked.
Press and release the PAIR button on one speaker. Then select “Wharfedale PRO
BT” on your device. The BT LED will change to solid when paired. The selected
speaker will be the left channel.
To disconnect, press and hold the PAIR button for 5 Seconds.
Transmission distance note : A single speaker working range is about 15 meters
(Bluetooth device (eg Phone) to single speaker). When using a Bluetooth Typhon
in stereo link mode the working range is about 10m (Bluetooth device (eg Phone)
to speaker). In this mode the linked speakers can be up to 8m apart.
Phone
Bluetooth device
Typhon-AX12-BT
Typhon-AX8-BT
15m
Phone
Bluetooth device
Typhon-AX12-BT
Typhon-AX8-BT
Typhon-AX12-BT
Typhon-AX8-BT
10m 10m
8m

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5. GAIN selection switch A: This switch selects the proper gain structure for INPUT
A. If a microphone is connected to INPUT A, use mic mode (up). If the signal
source is anything other than a microphone (eg an analogue playback device,
keyboard or mixer output) use the line selection (down).
6. GAIN selection switch B: This switch selects the proper gain structure for INPUT
B. If a Bluetooth device is connected to INPUT B, use BT mode (up). If the signal
source is anything other than a Bluetooth device (eg analogue playback device,
keyboard or mixer output) use the line selection (down).
7. 90Hz Hi Pass Filter switch:
Used to reduce bass buildup due to half space loading. This is especially useful
when using the Typhon on the floor as a floor monitor.
8. Power “ON” indicator LED and LIMIT indicator LED: The bracketed LED to the
left of the POWER switch illuminates when the power switch is in the ‘ON’ posi
tion. The LIMIT LED illuminates when the signal limiter is limiting the level of the
signal. This process prevents distortion and overload.
9. Horn LED defeat switch: Switches off the front horn power LED for discrete
applications.
10. POWER ON / OFF switch: This switch turns the power on and off.
11. Output source “LOOP / MIX” switch: In the “LOOP” mode, this switch routes the
signal of INPUT B to the line level XLR OUTPUT jack, bypassing the EQ section
and volume control. When in the MIX mode, this switch routes the combined (or
“mixed”) signals of both INPUT A and INPUT B to the line level XLR OUTPUT jack.
12. XLR and ¼” input jacks for INPUT A and INPUT B.: These connectors allow XLR
or ¼” balanced input connections to INPUT A and INPUT B
13. XLR line level OUTPUT: This connector provides a balanced line level output for
connection to additional active loudspeakers (such as another Typhon-AX12),
powered subwoofers or external amplifiers.
14. POWER cord input: Typhon uses a standard IEC, three prong, grounded AC elec
trical connection. Be sure that you are plugging into the correct source voltage
that matches what is indicated just below the power cord jack.
15. RCA Inputs: Typhon-AX8 and Typhon-AX8-BT only. For connection to stereo
line level audio sources.

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TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
Typhon Monitor Wedge
Typhon is supplied with a monitor wedge adaptor. This supplied
accessory gives you the perfect angle when using Typhon as
a stage monitor.
TYPHON-AX12 and TYPHON-AX12-BT
564.9
344.0 340.0
154.5
228.2

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TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
Typhon-AX8 and Typhon-AX8-BT
256.0
433.6
124.5
240.0
124.5
146.8

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name
System Type
Frequency Response (+/-3dB)
Frequency Range (- 10 dB)
Maximum SPL (peak @1m)
Sensitivity (@ 1W / 1m)
Low Frequency Transducer
Size (mm / inches)
Voice-Coil Size (mm / inches)
Rated Impedance
High Frequency Transducer
HF Driver Type
Coil Size (mm / inches)
Exit Size (mm / inches)
Diaphragm Material
Rated Impedance
Nominal Coverage (H x V)
Amplifiers
Amplifiers
Power Rating:
DSP Controls---D-EQ
Amplifier Protection
Power On Protection
Thermal Protection
Low Line Voltage Shut Down
Driver Protection
DC Protection
Short Protection
Clip Limiter
Limiter Indicator
Power Indicator
Inputs
Input A – type
Input Sensitivity
Maximum Input Level
Input Connectors
Input Impedance
Line Output
Line Output Connector
Loop Gain
AC Power details
Power Supply
Rigging / Bracket / Mounting Options
Handles
Enclosure
Enclosure Material and finish
Colour Options
Grille Material & Finish
Dimensions - Unpacked (mm / inches):
Height
Width Front
Width Rear
Depth
Dimensions - Packed (mm / inches):
Height
Width Front
Width Rear
Depth
Net Weight (kg / lbs)
Gross Weight (kg / lbs)
Typhon-AX12
Active 12" 2-way
55Hz-20kHz
50Hz-20kHz
129dB
98dB
305mm / 12"
65mm / 2.5”
4Ω
Compression Driver
44mm / 1.75"
25mm / 1"
Titanium
8Ω
Hybrid Symmetry Horn 100° x 80°
2 x Class D
1440W Peak (1200W LF +
240W HF), 720W Continuous
(600W LF + 120W HF)
FLAT/MONITOR/BASS/PUNCH
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Balanced
775mV (0dBu)
4V
2 x XLR, 2 x 6.3mm (Line/MIC)
20K ohms
XLR
0dB
220~240VAC / 100~120VAC 50/60Hz
9 x M8 threaded inserts
Pole-mount receptacle with lock screw
Optional WPB-2 wall-mount bracket
4 carry handles (on top and bottom side)
Injection Moulded Polypropylene
Black paint
steel
558mm / 22.0"
344mm / 13.6"
245mm / 9.6"
340mm / 13.4"
645mm / 25.4"
425mm / 16.7"
425mm / 16.7"
419mm / 16.5"
16.2kg / 35.6lbs
18.9kg / 41.6lbs
Typhon-AX12-BT
Active 12" 2-way
55Hz-20kHz
50Hz-20kHz
129dB
98dB
305mm / 12"
65mm / 2.5”
4Ω
Compression Driver
44mm / 1.75"
25mm / 1"
Titanium
8Ω
Hybrid Symmetry Horn 100° x 80°
2 x Class D
1440W Peak (1200W LF +
240W HF), 720W Continuous
(600W LF + 120W HF)
FLAT/MONITOR/BASS/PUNCH
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Balanced/Bluetooth(aptX,with link Stereo)
775mV (0dBu)
4V
2 x XLR, 2 x 6.3mm (Line/MIC)
20K ohms
XLR
0dB
220~240VAC / 100~120VAC 50/60Hz
9 x M8 threaded inserts
Pole-mount receptacle with lock screw
Optional WPB-2 wall-mount bracket
4 carry handles (on top and bottom side)
Injection Moulded Polypropylene
Black paint
steel
558mm / 22.0"
344mm / 13.6"
245mm / 9.6"
340mm / 13.4"
645mm / 25.4"
425mm / 16.7"
425mm / 16.7"
419mm / 16.5"
16.2kg / 35.6lbs
18.9kg / 41.6lbs

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name
System Type
Frequency Response (+/-3dB)
Frequency Range (- 10 dB)
Maximum SPL (peak @1m)
Sensitivity (@ 1W / 1m)
Low Frequency Transducer
Size (mm / inches)
Voice-Coil Size (mm / inches)
Rated Impedance
High Frequency Transducer
HF Driver Type
Coil Size (mm / inches)
Exit Size (mm / inches)
Diaphragm Material
Rated Impedance
Nominal Coverage (H x V)
Amplifiers
Amplifiers
Power Rating:
DSP Controls---D-EQ
Amplifier Protection
Power On Protection
Thermal Protection
Low Line Voltage Shut Down
Driver Protection
DC Protection
Short Protection
Clip Limiter
Limiter Indicator
Power Indicator
Inputs
Input A – type
Input Sensitivity
Maximum Input Level
Input Connectors
Input Impedance
Line Output
Line Output Connector
Loop Gain
AC Power details
Power Supply
Rigging / Bracket / Mounting Options
Handles
Enclosure
Enclosure Material and finish
Colour Options
Grille Material & Finish
Dimensions - Unpacked (mm / inches):
Height
Width Front
Width Rear
Depth
Dimensions - Packed (mm / inches):
Height
Width Front
Width Rear
Depth
Net Weight (kg / lbs)
Gross Weight (kg / lbs)
Typhon-AX8
Active 8" 2-way
65Hz-20kHz
60Hz-20kHz
127dB
96dB
203.8mm / 8"
65mm / 2.5”
4Ω
Compression Driver
44mm / 1.75"
25mm / 1"
Titanium
8Ω
Hybrid Symmetry Horn 100° x 80°
2 x Class D
1440W Peak (1200W LF +
240W HF), 720W Continuous
(600W LF + 120W HF)
FLAT/MONITOR/BASS/PUNCH
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Balance / RCA
775mV (0dBu)
4V
2 x XLR, 2 x 6.3mm, 2 x RCA (Line/MIC)
20K ohms
XLR
0dB
220~240VAC / 100~120VAC 50/60Hz
8xM6（1XM8 Back) threaded inserts
Pole-mount receptacle with lock screw
Optional WPB-2 wall-mount bracket
4 carry handles (on top and bottom side)
Injection Moulded Polypropylene
Black paint
steel
433.6mm / 17.1"
256mm / 10.1"
100.1mm / 3.9"
240mm / 9.5"
509mm / 20.0"
326mm / 12.8"
326mm / 12.8"
310mm / 12.2"
10.7kg / 23.5lbs
12.7kg / 27.9lbs
Typhon-AX8-BT
Active 8" 2-way
65Hz-20kHz
60Hz-20kHz
127dB
96dB
203.8mm / 8"
65mm / 2.5”
4Ω
Compression Driver
44mm/1.75"
25mm/1"
Titanium
8Ω
Hybrid Symmetry Horn 100° x 80°
2 x Class D
1440W Peak (1200W LF +
240W HF), 720W Continuous
(600W LF + 120W HF)
FLAT/MONITOR/BASS/PUNCH
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Balanced/RCA/Bluetooth(aptX,with link Stereo)
775mV (0dBu)
4V
2 x XLR, 2 x 6.3mm, 2 x RCA (Line/MIC)
20K ohms
XLR
0dB
220~240VAC / 100~120VAC 50/60Hz
8xM6（1XM8 Back) threaded inserts
Pole-mount receptacle with lock screw
Optional WPB-2 wall-mount bracket
4 carry handles (on top and bottom side)
Injection Moulded Polypropylene
Black paint
steel
433.6mm / 17.1"
256mm / 10.1"
100.1mm / 3.9"
240mm / 9.5"
509mm / 20.0"
326mm / 12.8"
326mm / 12.8"
310mm / 12.2"
10.7kg / 23.5lbs
12.7kg / 27.9lbs

2020
March 2020