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seCtIon 1 � 1 — C h r o n o s o n I C X V X C r a t e C o n t e n t �� 6

seCtIon 1 � 2 — s t a G I n G t h e C h r o n o s o n I C X V X � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6

or G a n I z e t h e M o d u l e s b y C h a n n e l �� 7

seCtIon 1 � 3 — W a s P � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8

zo n e o f n e u t r a l I t y �� 8

sP e a k e r P l a C e M e n t V e r s u s l I s t e n I n G P o s I t I o n � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 1

sP e a k e r o r I e n t a t I o n �� 12

se C t I o n 2 — a s s e M b l y �� 15

seCtIon 2 � 1 — P r e P a r a t I o n �� 16

Ge n e r a l d e s C r I P t I o n �� 16

seCtIon 2 � 2 — C h r o n o s o n I C X V X a n d t h e t I M e d oMaIn � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 7

oP t I M I z I n G P r o P a G a t I o n d e l a y I n y o u r r o o M � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 7

seCtIon 2 � 3 — C o n f I G u r I n G t h e l o W e r s u b M o d u l e � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 9

seCtIon 2 � 4 — C o n f I G u r I n G t h e u P P e r s u b M o d u l e � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 1

seCtIon 2 � 5 — I n s t a l l I n G t h e G a n t r y o n t o t h e W o o f e r M o d u l e � � � � � � � � � � 2 2

In s t a l l I n G t h e G a n t r y �� 22

seCtIon 2 � 6 — C h r o n o s o n I C X V X s o n o s - 1 l I G h t I n G s y s t e M � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 3

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seCtIon 4 � 5 — a d j u s t I n G t h e C h r o n o s o n I C X V X ’ sX l f P o r t � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4 7

Ch o o s I n G aP o r t C o n f I G u r a t I o n �� 47

re V e r s I n G t h e P o r t P l u G �� 48

seCtIon 4�6—th e r e a r t W e e t e r M o d u l e a t t e n u a t o r � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4 8

se C t I o n 5 — s P e C I f I C a t I o n s �� 51

seCtIon 5 � 1 — s P e C I f I C a t I o n s �� 52

seCtIon 5 � 2 — G r a P h I C a l d I M e n s I o n s �� 53

seCtIon 5 � 3 — I M P e d a n C e P hase �� 54

seCtIon 5 � 4 — I M P e d a n C e M a G n I t u d e �� 55

se C t I o n 6 — t IMe a l I G n M e n t C h a r t s � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5 7

tI M e a l I G n M e n t C h a r t s �� 58

se C t I o n 7 — W a r r a n t y �� 65

seCtIon 7 � 1 — l I M I t e d W a r r a n t y �� 66

seCtIon 7 � 2 — C o n d I t I o n s �� 66

seCtIon 7 � 3 — r e M e d y �� 67

seCtIon 7 � 4 — W a r r a n t y l I M I t e d t o o r I G I n a l P u r C h a s e r � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6 8

seCtIon 7 � 5 — d e M o n s t r a t I o n e q u I P M e n t � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6 8

seCtIon 7 � 6 — M I s C e l l a n e o u s �� 69

ba t t e r y r eCyClInG o r d I s P o s a l �� 25

seCtIon 2 � 7 — I n s t a l l I n G t h e u P P e r M o d u l e s I n t o t h e G a n t r y � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 6

In s t a l l I n G t h e l o W e r s u b M o d u l e I n t o t h e G a n t r y � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 6

In s t a l l I n G t h e t W e e t e r M o d u l e I n t o t h e G a n t r y � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 9

Mo u n t I n G t h e u P P e r M I d r a n G e M o d u l e �� 30

se C t I o n 3 — C o n n e C t I n G t h e M o d u l e s � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3 3

seCtIon 3 � 1 — d r e s s I n G t h e C a b l e s �� 34

Co n n e C t I n G t h e l o W e r s u b M o d u l e � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3 4

Co n n e C t I n G t h e u P P e r s u b M o d u l e �� 36

se C t I o n 4 — f I n a l s e t u P �� 39

seCtIon 4 � 1 — s P I k e I n s t a l l a t I o n �� 40

sP I k e a s s e M b l y �� 40

seCtIon 4 � 2 — u s I n G t h e W I l s o n l I f t t o I n s t a l l s P I k e s � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4 0

Ma t e r I a l s r e q u I r e d �� 40

In s t a l l a t I o n P r o C e d u r e �� 41

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seCtIon 4 � 3 — r eMoVInG t h e P r o t e C t I V e f IlM� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4 3

seCtIon 4 � 4 — r e s I s t o r s �� 44

MI d r a n G e a n d t W e e t e r r e s I s t o r s �� 45

Wo o f e r d a M P I n G r e s I s t o r �� 45

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Section 1.1—Chronosonic XVX Crate Content

Please take the time before you attempt to set up your Chronosonic XVX to

review the contents of your Chronosonic XVX tool and spike kit. Set these items

in an accessible area as you will need them during the setup process. See the two

graphics below:

Section 1.2—Staging the Chronosonic XVX

Note: To avoid damaging the XVX’s painted surface. Please remove any jew-

Caster Wrench

Universal Allen Driver

1 1/2" Set Screws

1/4" Allen Elbow

3/4" Combo Wrench

1/2" Nut Driver

5/16" Allen Elbow

3/32" Allen Bit

1/8" Allen Bit

9/64" Allen Bit 5/32" Allen Bit

0.10 ohm

1.0 ohm 1.5 ohm

3.20 ohm

2.1 ohm

Resistors

XVX

Tool Kit

Cool Fall Light

Charging Cable

Spike Pad

QTY - 8

Mechanical Diode

QTY - 8

"A" Spike

QTY - 8

Spike with nut

QTY - 8

#2 Spike

QTY - 4

#3 Spike

QTY - 2

#4 Spike

QTY - 2

"Round Tip" Spike

QTY - 10

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elry such as rings, watches, necklaces, and bracelets during this process.

Organize the Modules by Channel

It is extremely important the XVX be assembled with elements assigned to

each channel. Each of the modules are labeled with a serial number. To start the

process of ensuring that each of the modules and the Chronosonic XVX Gantry

is assembled in its appropriate channel, Wilson recommends that the modules

are separated and organized by channel according to serial number. Stage the

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elements for the odd-numbered modules on the left, and the even on the right.

As the modules are removed, stage them as illustrated on the previous

page.

Section 1.3—WASP

An instructional video outlining the Wilson Audio Setup Procedure (WASP)

can be found here: www.wilsonaudio.com/WASP. The proper positioning of your

new Chronosonic XVX within your room is critical in order to extract its formida-

ble performance envelope. When carefully followed, the WASP has proven to be

the most effective method for setting up Wilson loudspeakers. Your authorized

Wilson dealer is trained in this process, and is the best resource for you to en-

sure your loudspeakers are set up properly.

Viewing the video is the best way to learn how to properly employ WASP,

but we have also included an outline of it here.

Zone of Neutrality

It is important that the instructions in the following section are carried out

precisely. The Chronosonic XVX is a precision instrument, capable of ex-

tremely accurate alignment in the time domain if the following process is

meticulously followed.

You will need the following items:

• Supplied hardware kit

• Tape measure

• Known listening position

• Masking Tape

The “Zone of Neutrality” is an area in your room where the speakers will

sound most natural. This location is where the speakers interact the least with

adjacent room boundaries. It is important to have a clear working space while

determining the Zone of Neutrality.

The following is a simple method to locate the Zone of Neutrality within

your listening environment:

1. Stand against the wall BEHIND the location where you intend

to position your loudspeakers. Speaking in a moderately loud

voice and at a constant volume, project your voice out into

the room. Your voice will have an overly heavy, “chesty” quality

because of your proximity to the rear wall.

2. While speaking, slowly move out into the room, progressing in

a direction parallel to the sidewall. It is helpful to have anoth-

er listener seated in the listening position to assist you during

this process. Listen to how your voice “frees up” from the added

bass energy imparted by the rear wall boundary. Also notice

that your voice is quite spatially diffuse (to your assistant, your

voice will sound spatially large and difficult to localize) as you

begin to ease away from the rear wall.

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3. At some point during your progression forward into the room,

you will observe a sonic transition in your voice; it will sound

more tonally correct and less spatially diffuse (your assistant

can now precisely localize the exact origin of your voice). When

you hear this transition, you have entered the inner edge of

the Zone of Neutrality. Place a piece of tape on the floor to

mark this location. Although it will vary from room to room, in

most rooms the zone begins between two and a half to three

feet from the rear wall.

4. Continue to walk slowly away from the rear wall. After some

distance, usually one to two feet past the first piece of tape,

you will begin to hear your voice lose focus and appear to

reflect (echo) in front of you. This is caused by the return of the

room’s boundary contribution; your voice is now interacting

with the opposite wall. At the point where you begin to hear

the reflected sound of your voice, you have reached the outer

edge of the Zone of Neutrality. Place a piece of tape on the

floor and mark this location. The distance between the “inner”

and “outer” edge tape marks is usually between eight inches

(for small, interactive rooms) and three feet (for large, more

neutral rooms).

5. Now position yourself against the side wall perpendicular to

the intended speaker location. Stand between the two tape

marks. Using the same procedure as above, begin moving into

the room toward the opposite 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. The four

pieces of tape now form a rectangle that establishes the Zone

of Neutrality for the loudspeaker to be installed on that side of

the room. Using the four marks as your guide, tape an outline

to define the boundaries of the rectangle.

6. Repeat this process for each speaker location individually.

These are your Zones of Neutrality, one for each channel.

Theoretically, the Zone of Neutrality for any room runs like a path, paral-

lel to the walls all around the room. Adjacent to very large windows and open

doors, the outer edge of the Zone of Neutrality moves closer to the wall and be-

comes wider. If you were to extend the inner and outer boundaries of the Zone

for the sidewalls and the front wall (behind the speakers), they would intersect.

Speaker Placement Versus Listening Position

The location of your listening position is as important as the careful setup

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of your Wilson Audio loudspeakers. The listening position should ideally be no

more than 1.1 to 1.25 times the distance between the tweeters on each speaker.

Therefore, in a long, rectangular room of 12’ x 18’, if the speaker tweeters are

going to be 9’ apart, you should be sitting 9’11’’ to 11’3’’ from the speaker. This

would be more than halfway down the long axis of the room.

Many people place the speakers on one end and sit at the other end of

the room. This approach will not yield the finest sound. Carefully consider your

listening position. Our experience has shown that any listening position that

places your head closer than 14” from a wall will diminish the sonic results of

your listening due to the deleterious effects of boundary interaction.

Speaker Orientation

Speaker placement and orientation are two of the most important consid-

erations in obtaining superior sound. The first thing you need to do is eliminate

the sidewalls as a sonic influence in your system. Speakers placed too close to

the sidewalls will suffer from a strong primary reflection. This can cause out-

of-phase cancellations, or comb filtering, which will cancel some frequencies

and change the tonal balance of the music. Adhering to the Wilson Audio Setup

Procedure outlined in the previous section is the best method with which to

position your loudspeakers.

A very important aspect of speaker placement is how far from the back

wall to place the speakers. The closer a loudspeaker is to the back wall, the more

pronounced the low bass energy and centering of the image will be. However,

this comes at a definite reduction in stage size and bloom as well as a deteriora-

tion of upper bass quality. You must find the proper balance of these two fac-

tors, but remember, if you are partial to bass response or air and bloom, do not

overcompensate your adjustments to maximize these effects. Overcompensated

systems are sometimes pleasing in the short-term, but long-term satisfaction is

always achieved through proper balance.

To make correct in-home set up of the Chronosonic XVX possible without

test equipment, Wilson Audio has measured the correct geometric time domain

alignment for different distance/ear height combinations. See the next section

for details. By measuring the distance from the bottom-front baffle of your

speaker to your ear when seated in the listening position, as well as height of

the listener’s ear measured from the floor, you will be able to align the system

for your listening position.

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Section 2.1—Preparation

General Description

The Chronosonic XVX’s Upper Array uses the combination of captive

spikes, ball posts, and aspherical time-alignment stepped blocks. The spike/

block combination rotate the two upper submodules to a prescribed position as

a part of the Chronosonic XVX’s propagation delay adjustment.

Additionally, the spikes in the modules provide proper coupling of the

upper modules to the Gantry. Some of these spikes are fixed in size. The shorter

“A” spikes are always installed in the front two positions of the bottom of the

4-inch midrange module. In the Tweeter Module, the “A” spikes are installed in

the top surface of the module, pointing upward toward the upper-midrange

module above. Ball posts are installed into the bottom front of the Tweeter

Module, and into the top rear of that module. The ball posts are installed into

the bottom two front receptacles of the Lower Midrange Module.

For the bottom rear of the Tweeter Module as well as the Lower Midrange

Module, a different-length spike is used rotate the two submodules in order to

optimize the dispersion of the array. The spike-type is stamped into the flat sur-

face on the top of each spike. The spikes should be screwed in all the way, until

they are hand tight, then 1/16” further to tighten into place.

The Upper Midrange Module and the Tweeter Module form a submod-

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ule, which is moved in tandem using the XVX Micrometer system. Similarly, the

4-inch Midrange Module and the Lower Midrange Module form a submodule,

which is moved by its corresponding XVX Micrometer system. These two sub-

modules are, in turn, attached to the XVX Micrometer truck mechanism via a

ball-head and captive slot system. The ball-head hardware is attached into the

threaded receptacle located on the bottom front of the Tweeter Module and the

Lower Midrange Module respectively.

Section 2.2—Chronosonic XVX and the Time Domain

Optimizing Propagation Delay in Your Room

The Chronosonic XVX system allows optimization for different listening

distances and listening ear heights. In order to calculate the proper time-do-

main settings for the upper modules, the distances from the listener’s ear to the

front, lower baffle of the XVX (see graphic on the next page), and the distance

from the floor to the listener’s ear must be accurately measured. For each dis-

tance/ear height combination there is a unique alignment geometry.

1. Refer to the Time Alignment Charts in Section 6. Time Align-

ment Tables for all Wilson loudspeakers are also available on

the Wilson Audio’s website.

2. Make sure that you are in your intended listening position.

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3. While sitting, have someone measure your ear height from the

floor directly below your ear canal. You should be relaxed in your

chair, as you would be when listening to music.

4. Now measure the distance (on the floor) from the point on the

floor below your ear to the base of the loudspeaker.

5. There are four charts for the lower submodule, which consist of

settings for both the Lower Midrange Module and the 4-Inch Mid-

range Module as well as the proper Micrometer setting. The first

chart, labeled “XVX Lower Array Alignment Block Step,” specifies

the step on which the lower-midrange module’s rear spike will

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rest. The second, “XVX Lower Midrange Spike Length,” deter-

mines the rear spike length for the lower submodule. The third,

“XVX Lower 4-Inch Detent Position,” specifies the position of

the front right spike into the detent on the top of the smaller

4-inch Midrange Module. The fourth is named “XVX Lower Mod-

ule Chronosonic Micrometer Position.” This indicates the pre-

cise position of the lower submodule in the Gantry as adjusted

by the Chronosonic XVX Micrometer.

6. There are four charts for the upper submodule. The first,

labeled “XVX Upper Tweeter Detent Position,” specifies the po-

sition of the spike detent for the tweeter. The second, labeled

“Tweeter Module Spike Length”, indicates which spike to install

in the rear of the upper module. The third labeled “XVX Tweeter

Alignment Block Step,” specifies the step on which the up-

per-midrange module’s rear spike will rest. The fourth is named

“XVX Upper Module Array Chronosonic Micrometer Position.”

This indicates the position of the upper submodule in the Gan-

try as adjusted by the Chronosonic XVX Micrometer.

Section 2.3—Configuring the Lower Submodule

Note: This is a good time to remove the protective “frisk” from the surface

of the painted enclosure. Refer to the instructions in section 4.3.

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Note: This part of the install process must be completed before you install

the modules into the Gantry.

1. Refer to the chart in Section 6 called “XVX Lower Midrange

Module Spike Length.” Using the measured ear height and

speaker distance, refer to the intersecting box in the chart. If

there is a number in the converging box, the Chronosonic XVX

Lower Midrange Module requires a spike. The spike number is

stamped into the flat surface at the top of the spike. From the

toolkit, locate the required spike, and install it into the rear

spike receptacle on the bottom of the module.

2. At the same time, install the two ball-end spikes into the front

receptacles of the Lower Midrange Module.

3. The 4-Inch module installs into the captive, winged receptacle

on the upper portion of the Lower Midrange Module. Install

the “A” spikes into its front receptacles. An oval-topped tension

spike is pre-installed into the rear shelf of the 4-inch module.

4. Refer to the table In Section 6 labeled “XVX Lower 4-inch Mid

Detent Position.” This table indicates the detent location in

which the right front spike rests.

5. Raise the tension spike located at the rear of the 4-inch Mid-

range Module such that the spike is not protruding through

the bottom surface. This will enable the module to freely move

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into the Lower Midrange Module without risk of scratching the

painted surfaces.

6. Install the 4-inch Module into the winged receptacle in the

Lower Midrange Module.

7. The right spike track on the top surface of the Lower Midrange

Module contains calibrated numbers for this process. It is nec-

essary to adjust the 4-inch Module fore-to-aft in such that right

“A” spike rests on the correct number as indicated by the chart.

Locate the correct number and carefully slide the 4-inch Mod-

ule such that the spike is positioned above the correct detent.

Carefully tighten the rear tension spike, making sure that the

front-right spike remains centered on the proper detent.

8. The lower submodule is installed into the Chronosonic XVX

Gantry Array in this assembled form. Return the assembled

submodule to the staged area.

Section 2.4—Configuring the Upper Submodule

1. Rest the Tweeter on a safe surface.

2. Install two “A” spikes into the top front receptacles of the

Tweeter Module. Install a ball post into the top rear of the

module.

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3. Invert the Tweeter Module so the bottom is now facing upward.

Install two the ball post spikes into bottom-front receptacles.

4. Reference the Propagation Delay Table labeled “Tweeter Mod-

ule Spike Length”. Locate the corresponding ear height and

listening distance for the upper-midrange module.

5. If there is number in the converging box, the Tweeter Module

requires a spike. The spike number is stamped into the flat

surface at the top of the spike. Locate the required spike in

your spike kit, and install into the rear spike receptacle on the

bottom of the module.

6. No hardware is installed into the Upper Midrange Module.

Note: The Tweeter Module and the Upper Midrange Module are installed

separately into the Chronosonic XVX Gantry Array. Do not assemble the two

modules at this point of the process.

7. Return both modules to the staging area.

Section 2.5—Installing the Gantry Onto the Woofer Module

Note: The Chronosonic XVX Gantry is extremely heavy. Ideally, four installers should be

present for the safe installation of the Gantry to the Woofer Module.

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Installing the Gantry

The Gantry is pre-assembled before shipment. The top of the

Woofer Module features a recessed area within which the Gantry re-

sides. Use the following steps to install the Gantry.

1. Lift the Gantry onto the Woofer Module. Take care to

avoid damaging the painted surfaces as you guide

the Gantry into its recessed receptacle.

2. There is intentionally a small amount of play within

the recessed receptacle to allow for accurate installa-

tion of the Gantry. Align the six countersunk holes in

the bottom plate of the Gantry with the correspond-

ing receptacles on the top of the Woofer Module.

3. In the toolkit, locate the six (for each channel) 1/2”

countersunk head bolts.

4. Using the 5/16” Allen wrench, install the six bolts

securing the Gantry to the woofer.

5. Tighten to secure, but take care not to over tighten.

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Section 2.6—Chronosonic XVX Sonos-1 Lighting System

The Chronosonic XVX features a lighting system to aid in the accurate

installation and setup of the upper modules. The system consists of two bespoke

Coolfall lights strategically located in the rear of the Gantry. The batteries feature

three levels of output, which can be adjusted via the rotary switch on the front

of the light. When fully charged, the batteries will power the lights for up to 80

hours on the lowest setting (1.5 lumens). On the middle setting (5 lumens), the

battery will last up to 50 hours. On the highest setting (20 lumens), the battery

will last up to 24 hours. There are two Coolfall light locations, one each located

on the inside surface of the two cross braces located on the rear of the Gantry.

Follow the steps below to charge the Coolfall’s batteries.

1. The Coolfall lights are secured using spring-loaded pressure

hardware and can be removed and re-installed without tools.

Remove the two lights for recharging.

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2. The light features two rechargeable batteries. Withing each

battery is a mini-USB port for charging. Using the provided Y

adapter, plug the adapter into any USB charger. Ensure the bat-

teries are fully charged before installing reinstalling the light.

3. The lights are positioned with the adjustment knob and light

facing down into the Gantry. After replacing the battery cov-

er, gently push the light into the receptacle until it snaps into

place.

Battery Recycling or Disposal

The included batteries contain lithium and must be recycled or disposed

of properly. Contact your local county solid waste authority for proper recycling

or disposal information.

1. Always dispose or recycle a used battery pack in accordance

with prevailing local governmental regulations relating to the

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disposal/recycling of household toxic wastes.

2. Cover the metal terminals on the ends of the battery pack with

insulating tape before disposal to prevent accidental short-cir-

cuiting.

3. Never dispose of a battery pack by throwing it into a fire. Bat-

tery explosion could result.

4. Never discard a used battery pack with ordinary solid wastes,

since it contains toxic substances.

5. If required, return to Wilson Audio Specialties Inc. for disposal

or recycling. Contact your dealer for instructions.

Section 2.7—Installing the Upper Modules into the Gantry

Installing the Lower Submodule into the Gantry

Note: Enlist the help of an assistant to safely install the Lower submodule,

which consists of the Lower Midrange Module and the 4-inch Midrange

Module, into the Gantry. The assembled submodule is quite heavy, and

requires at least two experienced installers to install correctly. One install-

er should be positioned at the rear of the Gantry to guide the module into

place. Care should be taken to avoid scratching the front woofer with the

rear spike.

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1. Turn on the two lights to aid in the setup of the modules in the

Gantry.

2. Loosen the stepped block located on both the lower microme-

ter by rotating the knurled bolt counter-clockwise just until it

slides freely fore-to-aft.

3. Unlock the upper and lower Micrometer by rotating the two

oval-head locking bolts on the left side of the Micrometer.

4. The lower Micrometer adjustment knob faces upward in the

rear of the Gantry. Using the knob, move the Chronosonic XVX

Micrometer Lower Module assembly as far forward (toward the

front of the loudspeaker) as it will go.

5. Using the upper of the two rotary knobs, found on the right

side of the Gantry, move the upper Micrometer all the way to

the rear of the Gantry.

6. Locate the Alignment Chart labeled “XVX Lower Array Align-

ment Block Step.”

7. The alignment block has numbers engraved on its right side

that correspond to an assigned step. Locate the correct num-

bered step from the chart. The rear spike will rest on this step.

8. The module is installed from the front of the loudspeaker. Po-

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sition your assistant to the rear of the Chronosonic XVX. Have

your assistant reach through the Gantry assembly and support

the bottom portion of the Lower Midrange Module in order to

safely guide the module into position.

9. The ball-head posts insert into the slot in the front of the Mi-

crometer. The slot features a wider section at the rear, which

provides an opening for the ball.

10. Once you successfully insert the ball head into the slot open-

ing, push the module toward the front of the loudspeaker until

the ball head rests against the front of the slot.

11. Rest the rear spike on the appropriate block step. This may take

some adjustment after the module is safely in installed into the

Micrometer.

12. Tighten the knurled knob on the stepped block.

13. Using your measurements for ear height and listening dis-

tance, refer to the chart labeled “XVX Lower Module Chrono-

sonic Micrometer Position.” Locate the Micrometer setting on

the chart. There are two reference points of the Micrometer,

labeled “A” and “B.” The chart indicates which of these mark-

ers to use. Using the rotary dial, move the Micrometer so that

it aligns with the corresponding number on the Micrometer.

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Once you’ve properly set the Micrometer position, use the two

oval-head locking bolts located on the side of the Micrometer

to secure it from further movement.

Installing the Tweeter Module into the Gantry

Note: As noted in the previous section, the Tweeter Module and the Upper

Midrange Module are installed separately into the Chronosonic XVX Gan-

try Array. Never attempt to install or remove the Tweeter Module and the

Upper Midrange Module as one unit.

1. Using the rotary dial on the side of the Gantry, move the upper

Chronosonic XVX Micrometer to the farthest forward position.

2. Reference the table labeled “XVX Tweeter Alignment Block

Step” in Section 6. Locate the corresponding ear height and

listening distance for the Tweeter Module Step.

3. There are two slots milled into the upper Micrometer plate that

serve as guide tracks for the two front ball-head spikes for the

Tweeter Module. These have an opening on one end that will

receive the ball tips. Carefully maneuver the module until the

front two ball-end spikes settle into the tracks. Push the mod-

ule until stops in the front of the ball track.

4. Locate the correct numbered step from the table and rest the

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rear spike on this step.

5. Ensuring the Tweeter Module remains in the most forward posi-

tion in the track, move the alignment step block and position

spike on the correct step according to the time alignment

charts.

6. Using your measurements for ear height and listening distance,

locate the Micrometer setting on the “XVX Tweeter Module

Chronosonic Micrometer Position” chart. There are two reference

points of the Micrometer, labeled “A” and “B.” The chart indicates

which of these markers to use. Using the rotary dial, move the

Micrometer so that it aligns with the corresponding number on

the chart. Once you’ve properly set the Micrometer position,

used the two oval-head locking bolts located on the side of the

Micrometer to secure it from further movement.

Mounting the Upper Midrange Module

Note: Enlist the help of an assistant to safely install the Upper Midrange

Module into the Gantry. The module is front heavy.

1. There is a single ball-head receptacle located on the bottom rear of

the Upper Midrange Module. There is also two spike tracks beneath

the front side of the module.

2. Position your assistant to the rear of the Chronosonic XVX. Have

your assistant prepare to balance the module and guide the ball-

head posts installed on the top of the Tweeter Module into the

opening of the slots on the bottom of the Upper Midrange Module.

3. Once the ball-head post has been successfully inserted into the

slot, carefully rest the Upper Midrange module such that the front,

upward facing spikes from the Tweeter Module aligns with the two

front track slots on the bottom of the Upper Midrange Module.

4. The right spike track on the bottom surface of the Upper Mid-

range Module contains the calibrated numbers used for the

proper alignment of this module. It is necessary to adjust the

Upper Midrange Module fore-to-aft in such that right “A” spike

rest on the correct numbered detent as indicated by the chart.

Locate the correct number and carefully slide the module such

that the spike is positioned below the correct detent.

Note: The Chronosonic XVX’s time-domain performance gives it the ability

to account for time-domain deviations in even the finest amplifiers. Wilson

Audio has accumulated data relating to the specific time-domain signature

of a variety of amplifiers. We are always working to improve the accuracy

of the loudspeaker/amplifier interface. To this end, we will continue to add

amplifiers to the database. For those amplifiers already tested, we are able to

provide time-domain profiles and alignment modifications. Correcting for the

amplifier’s time-domain further enhances system accuracy and overall perfor-

mance. Contact your Wilson Audio dealer for further details.

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Section 3.1—Dressing the Cables

The Chronosonic XVX features two spring loaded cable-dressing fix-

tures located on the rear of the two cross braces. The two fixtures face the

back of the loudspeaker, and provide secure and efficient dressing for the

cables.

The Chronosonic XVX also features new breach-point hardware that also

double as adjustable cable clamps. This hardware provides a gas-tight entry

point for the module cable, eliminating the need for a spade/binding-post

system. The breach-point hardware allows for the length of cable external to

the module to be tailored for length. Along with the obvious cosmetic bene-

fits, proper dressing using the cable-dressing fixtures in conjunction with the

adjustable cable clamp system reduces deleterious magneto constriction.

Follow these steps to properly dress the cables.

Connecting the Lower Submodule

1. On the upper portion of the Woofer Module, locate the

connector plate with a series of labeled sets of color-coded

binding posts. These connectors correspond with color-cod-

ed cables attached to each module.

2. The tensioner for the two cable-dressing fixtures, which

holds the cable in place, is spring loaded. Lifting the

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spring-loaded back of fixture reveals a gap in the fixture big

enough to insert the cable.

3. Starting with the Lower Midrange Module, feed the cable ex-

iting the adjustable breach-point wire clamp from the module

up over the lower cross brace. Drape the cable over the cross

brace.

4. Slightly loosen the breach-point adjustable cable clamp on the

rear of the Lower Midrange module. Using the lower connec-

tor plate as your guide, shorten the cable by pushing the slack

back into the module such that there is just enough cable to

safely and successfully connect it to its corresponding binding

post. (A little slack is desirable.)

5. Re-tighten the adjustable breach-point cable clamp.

Note: It is extremely important to ensure the adjustable cable clamps are

tightened. Failing to tighten the clamp compromises the gas-tight seal of

the module.

6. After you have successfully shortened the exposed cable, gen-

tly pull back on the lower cable-dressing fixture. You will see

two opposing half-ovals one on the left, and another on the

right. Also, notice a series of slots in the center of the fixture.

Feed the cable through the right-most slot and release the fix-

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ture, ensuring the cable remains in the circular slot.

7. Attach the Lower Midrange Cable to the binding post col-

or-coded and labeled “Lower 7” Mid.”

8. Repeat this process for the 4-inch Midrange Module, this time

feeding the cable through the left-most slot on the cable

dressing fixture. Attach the 4-inch Midrange Cable to the bind-

ing post labeled 4” Mid.

9. Tighten the adjustable cable clamp on the back of the module.

Connecting the Upper Submodule

10. Starting with the Tweeter Module, feed the cable exiting the adjust-

able wire clamp from the module up over the upper cross brace.

Drape the cable over the cross brace.

11. Slightly loosen the adjustable breach-point cable clamp on the rear

of the Tweeter Module by twisting it counter-clockwise. Using the

connector plate as your guide, shorten the cable by pushing the

slack back into the module such that there is just enough cable to

safely and successfully connect it to its corresponding binding post.

12. After you have successfully shortened the exposed cable, gently

pull back on the cable-dressing fixture. You will see three opposing

half-oval slots in the center of the clamp. Feed the cable through the

center position of the center slot and release the fixture.

13. In turn, feed the cable through the center position of the slot within

the lower clamp as well.

14. Attach the Tweeter Module Cable to the binding post labeled “Front

Tweeter.”

15. Repeat this process for the Upper Midrange Module, this time feed-

ing the cable through the left-most position of the center slot on the

cable-dressing fixture.

16. In turn, feed the cable through the left position of the center slot

within the lower fixture as well.

17. Connect the cable to the binding post labeled “Upper 7” Mid.”

18. Tighten the adjustable cable clamp on the back of the module.

19. Repeat this process for the Rear-firing Tweeter, this time feeding the

cable through the right-most position of the center slot on the cable

dressing fixture.

20. In turn, feed the cable through the right position of the center slot

within the lower dress fixture as well.

21. Connect the cable to the binding post labeled “Rear Tweeter.”

22. Tighten the adjustable breach-point cable clamp.

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