XARUS
Series
Instruction Manual
XR-5000
XR-4000
XR-3500
XR-3000
XR-2000
XR-1000
XR-CENTRE
BRITAIN''S MOST FAAMMOUS LOUDSSPEAKERS
Connecting Your Loudspeakers -Bi-Wiring
Positioning Your Loudspeakers
Using separate cables for treble and bass units in a Bi-Wiring configuration reduces
intermodulation effects and improves headroom and clarity. To bi-wire, you will need to install
two lengths of twin core cable between the amplifier and each loudspeaker.
Conventional Loudspeakers
Models XR 3500, XR 4000 and XR 5000 are designed to be floor standing. We suggest that they
are positioned at least 200mmfrom the rear walls and 700mmfrom the side walls, facing
slightly inwards. Models XR 1000, XR 2000 and XR 3000 should ideally be stand or wall
mounted though they may be placed on a rigid shelf. The bass extension will improve if these
speakers are operated closer to the rear walls. A useful rule of thumb is that the listener should
be as far from the loudspeakers as they are from each other.
Unscrew each terminal a few turns and remove the metal straps. Connect the cables between the
amplifier and the loudspeakers as indicated above and re-tighten all the terminals securely.
Note: Some amplifiers have two pairs of output terminals to facilitate bi-wiring but this is not
essential. The advantages of bi-wiring are fully retained if your amplifier has only one pair of
output terminals per channel (as in the illustration).
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 further away from the walls, the inward angle may
be increased by up to 40%, although this may restrict the width of the optimum listening
position. 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 of programmes before finalising the position of your
speakers.
Bi-Amplifying (Bi-Amping)
By connecting each loudspeaker drive unit to its own dedicated amplifier the advantages of Bi-
Wiring can be extended. If you own two identical stereo power amplifiers, your Crystal speakers
may be Bi-Amped. For further details please consult your dealer.
Centre Channel and Surround Connections
The XR CEN and rear surround loudspeakers are intended for use specifically with Audio Visual
equipment having Centre and Rear loudspeaker outputs. Connect these loudspeakers as shown,
again observing polarity. The speakers may be connected as shown, or bi-wired.
XR CEN Centre Loudspeaker
The loudspeaker should be positioned centrally between the loudspeakers close to the television
and mounted either above or below the screen.
The loudspeaker should be located on a stable flat surface to avoid any danger of the cabinet
moving when it is vibrated by high sound levels. If you mount the unit on top of the television,
move it forward so that the front grilles are level with or slightly in front of the screen. This will
reduce reflections from the screen and the top of the cabinet.
Although you can place the centre channel
loudspeaker under the TV monitor, this should
always be regarded as second best. The preferred
position is always above the monitor, as shown.
The XR CEN uses screened drive units and may
be placed close to a TV screen without ill-effects.
Conventional loudspeakers should not be
operated within 500mm of a TV screen as the
TV
drive unit magnets may interfere with the picture
and cause colour distortion.
Caution-Connecting Wires
When connecting your loudspeakers, avoid
trailing cables across open floor spaces where
they can be a source of danger.
RACK
VIDEO
Route cables safely under carpets or along
room boundaries.
Troubleshoothing
If your system appears not to be working as well as you expect, the following notes may be of
some help.
Please read this manual together with all the manuals concerning the rest of your system.
If, having attempted to resolve the problem, the trouble still persists, consult your dealer for
assistance.
Before investigating the cause of a problem, always switch off the system at the mains.
Please bear in mind that Home Theatre systems can be quite complex and there is often a variety
of factors involved.
Do NOT try to remove any covers on the product or attempt to dismantle it in any way. There are
no user serviceable parts inside and you will invalidate any warranty.
Symptom
Possible Cause
No Sound
System not switched on
Wrong source selected
Sound lacks bass content
Bass reproduction muddy or indistinct
Loudspeakers wired incorrectly
Front speakers set to Smal with no subwoofer connected
,
,
Excessive bass distortion at low volume levels
Bass level set too high
LFE level set too high
Excessive or distorted bas at high volume leves
Distorted or rattling sounds at high volume leves
Popping sounds or thumps from Front speaker or subwoofer
System level set too high
Front loudspeakers or subwoofer too close to room corners
System level set too high
Objects placed on Front loudspeakers or subwoofer
System level set too high
LFE level set too high: Subwoofer level set too high
Indistinct sound
Poor localisation of effects
One or more loudspeakers is out of phase
(See the relevant pages of this manual for the correct connection procedure)
Television picture is distorted or there is colour distortion
Front loudspeakers or subwoofer too close to the TV. (Switch off the system and TV. Move
loudspeaker away. Leave 15 mins. Switch on again)
Fruther help and advice
A wide range of AV and audio topics can be found at the Wharfedale web site.
Home Theater is discussed in depth at the Dolby Laboratories web site.
The Digital Theater Systems web site is also full of interest and worth a visit.
ww.dtsonline.com
Specifications
XR-CENTRE
XR-2000
15-150 W
6 ohms
XR-1000
15-150 W
6 ohms
XR-4000
20-200 W
6 ohms
XR-3000
15-170 W
6 ohms
88 dB
XR-3500
15-170 W
6 ohms
90 dB
XR-5000
25-250 W
6 ohms
Recommended
15-150 W
Amplifier power
Nominal Impedance
6 ohms
89 dB
Sensitivity at 1m for
2.83v input
88 dB
87 dB
90 dB
90 dB
Freq. Response
80Hz - 20kHz
55Hz - 20kHz
60Hz - 20kHz
40Hz - 20kHz
50Hz - 20kHz 45Hz - 20kHz
30Hz - 20kHz
Dimensions
H x W x D mm
H x W x D inches
150x430x170
5.9x16.9x6.7
380x210x225
15.0x8.3x8.9
286x172x192
11.3x6.8x7.6
800x250x290
31.5x9.8x11.4
620x250x290
24.4x9.8x11.4
800x250x290
31.5x9.8x11.4
1080x250x290
42.6x9.8x11.4
Drive Units
100mm
bass/mid
unit with
polymerised
fibre
cone 25mm
dome tweeter
with Ferrofluid
200mm
bass/mid unit ,
with
polymerised
fibre cone
25mm dome
tweeter
125mm
bass/mid
unit with
polymerised
fibre cone
25mm dome
tweeter
125mm
bass/mid
unit with
polymerised
fibre
cone 25mm
dome tweeter
with Ferrofluid
200mm
bass/mid unit,
with
polymerised
fibre cone
25mm dome
tweeter
200mm
bass units,
200mm mid units
Both with
Polymerised fibre
Cone 25mm
dome tweeter
With Ferrofluid
2x200mm
bass units,
200mm mid unit
Both with
plymerised fibre
cone 25mm
dome tweeter
with Ferrofluid
with Ferrofluid
with Ferrofluid
with Ferrofluid
Wharfedale Xarus loudspeakers are compatible with 4 and 8 Ohm amplifiers
Service & Information
Product service enquiries should, in the first instance, be
referred to the supplying dealer. In cases of difficulty or for
other product enquiries please contact the appointed
Wharfedale distributor for the country.
For information on other authorised service centres
worldwide contact Wharfedale International in the U.K.
A worldwide distributor list is available on the Wharfedale
website:
UK
Wharfedale International Ltd.
IAG House, Sovereign Court,
Ermine Business Park, Huntingdon,
Cambs PE29 6XU, England.
Tel: +44 (0)1480 447700
Loudspeaker Manufacturers since 1932
Fax: +44 (0)1480 431767
In 1932, when Gilbert Briggs founded the Wharfedale Wireless
Works, his company was at the leading edge of an exciting new
1932
technology which was dedicated to bringing the pleasure of music
and entertainment to a wide range of people. As the technology
advanced Wharfedale gave many music lovers their first taste of
High Fidelity, mounting a series of live sound demonstrations which
excited the audio world and heralded the era of the modern hi-fi
loudspeaker.
USA
IAG America, Inc.
15 Walpole park South
Walpole MA 02081
Tel: +1 508 850 3950
Today Wharfedale still takes the same uncompromising approach to
the design and manufacture of every loudspeaker system, using high
quality components and state-of-the-art testing to ensure consistently
high performance. And that means that you can continue to count on
the quality of all Wharfedale products.
CANADA
Korbon Trading Ltd
6800 Kitimat Road Units 19-20
Mississauga Ontario
Tel: +1 905 567 1920
The name WHARFEDALE' is a registered trademark of Wharfedale International Limited.
Wharfedale has a policy of continuous product development and reserves the right to change specification without notice.
Wharfedale is a member of the International Audio Group.
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