Wharfedale Pro WLA-218BA User manual

Congratulations on the purchase of your WLA-218BA. We take great pride in engineering and building every
Wharfedale Pro product and wish to thank you for entrusting us with your audio.
From the time Gilbert Briggs built his first loudspeaker in 1932, to the present day, we have maintained the same
standard of quality in components, workmanship and performance.
Please take the time to read this guide completely in order to get the most from your new active PA.
Your full user manual can also be downloaded from www.wharfedalepro.com
WLA-218BA
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Model Name
WLA-218BA
System Type Active 2x18 Subwoofer
Frequency Response (+/-3dB) 30 Hz - 100 Hz
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 25 Hz - 150 Hz
L
oudspeaker Sensitivity @ 1 W / 1 m) 109dB
Maximum SPL(peak)(@1 m) 148 dB
Nominal Coverage (H x V) -
Signal Processing DSP based,8 presets resident in Input
Module
Preset list
A) 1 SPKR 80 Hz LPF
B) 1 SPKR 100 Hz LPF
C) >2 SPKR 80 Hz LPF
D) >2 SPKR 100 Hz LPF
E) CARDIOID AUDIENCE
F) CARDIOID STAGE
G) CUSTOM
H) CUSTOM
Amplifiers
Amplifier Design Class D
Power Rating: 4000 W Peak / 2000 W Continuous
Power On Protection
Power switch on/offmute
Thermal Protection
Amplifier Shut Down. Auto Reset
Low Line Voltage Shut Down
80% Nominal Line Voltage
Driver Protection
Independent L/ H Limiters and DC
DC and Short Protection
Yes
Limiter Indicator
Red LED
Signal Indicator
Green LED
Power/Active Indicator
White LED
Find Function Indicator
Blue LED
Input Sensitivity
+4 dBu
Maximum Input Level
+18 dBu
Input Impedance
Balanced: 10 KΩ
AC Power details - Power Supply
High Efficiency Switching Mode Power
Supply
Connectors
Input Connector
XLR 1/ 4〞Combo jack
Link Connector
Balanced Male XLR Connector
UPDATE
USB Type B
NETWORK (RS485)
RJ45
AC Power Options
AC 100--240 V~,50/60 HZ
AC Input Connector
Neutrik powerCON 20 A
AC Loop Through Connector
Neutrik powerCON 20 A
Hardware - Rigging
-
Enclosure Material and finish
18 mm Plywood
Colour Options
Black Rhino Paint
Grille Material & Finish
1.5 Steel
Unpacked dimensions - Height 560 mm / 22.0"
Width (Front) 1065 mm / 41.9"
Width (Back) 1065 mm / 41.9"
Depth 756 mm / 29.8"
Packed Dimensions - Height 638 mm / 25.1"
Width (Front) 1138 mm / 44.8"
Width (Back) 1138 mm / 44.8"
Depth 829mm / 326.0"
Net Weight (Kg / lbs) 78.0 Kg / 171.6 lbs
Gross Weight (Kg / lbs) 92.04 Kg / 202.4 lbs
AC IN: AC Input using PowerCon connector
AC LINK: For cascade power to other active loudspeakers
in the system. DO NOT EXCEED A TOTAL OF 20 A
(continuous current powerCON limit) for each line.
POWER: Power on switch. Only power on after all audio
connections have been made.
BREAKER 20 A: Circuit breaker with push button manual
reset.
INPUT: Balanced Combi jack / XLR input
LINK: Balanced line output
PRESET: DSP Preset control selector.
AUDIENCE or STAGE presets can be used in an Inverted
Stack Gradient array configuration.
UPDATE: USB Input for software update. Service staff
only.
NETWORK: Network connection using RS485 protocol.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS - carefully and become familiar with the features and functions of these products before
operating them.
2. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS - for future reference.
3. COMPLY WITH ALL WARNINGS - All warnings and instructions for this product should be adhered to.
3. RIGGING - SUSPENDING - MOUNTING - Rigging suspending or mounting of speaker systems can expose members of
the public to serious health risks and even death.
7. SERVICE - There are no user serviceable parts inside this product. Users should not attempt to service this product.
Warranty nullification could result if this is attempted.
6. CAUTION - Professional loudspeaker systems are capable of generating very high sound pressure levels. Use care with
placement and operation to avoid exposure to excessive volume levels. Permanent hearing damage can result when operated
to extreme levels.
5. CABLES - Do not use shielded or microphone cables for connection between amplifiers and speakers. Use only approved
speaker cables with proper connectors.
4. USE WITH AMPLIFIERS - In order to avoid damage to drivers and other equipment, it is advisable to establish and follow
a routine for powering up and powering down a sound system. With all system components connected, turn on source equipment
(mixers, signal processors, record and playback units, etc.) BEFORE powering up amplifiers. Transient voltages from powering
up source equipment can damage speakers if amplifiers are already turned on. Make sure that amplifier volumes are set to
their minimum settings and power up any system amplifiers LAST. It is recommended that all system components be allowed
to stabilize for several seconds before any source signals are introduced or level setting adjustments are made. Similarly, when
shutting systems down, turn all amplifiers off first, before powering down any other system components.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ATTEMPT TO RIG, SUSPEND OR OTHERWISE MOUNT THESE SPEAKERS UNLESS YOU ARE FULLY
QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED TO DO SO BY RELEVANT LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL AUTHORITIES. ALL RELEVANT SAFETY
REGULATIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED. IF YOU ARE NOT PROPERLY QUALIFIED OR DO NOT KNOW OF PERTINENT REGULATIONS,
CONSULT QUALIFIED PERSONNEL FOR ADVICE.
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three years from the original date of purchase. In the event of malfunction, contact your
authorised Wharfedale Pro dealer or distributor for information.
Please be aware that the warranty details may differ from country to country. Contact your dealer or distributor for
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February 2022