Wharfedale Vardus Range - Manual (Page 3)

Before making any connections, switch all the units in
your system off at the mains.
Set the volume control at minimum when you switch on
your system or change sources, and turn the level up
gradually.
DO NOT use your amplifier at full volume.
Ensure that all loudspeakers in the system are correctly
wired.
DO NOT subject your loudspeakers to excessive cold, heat,
humidity or sunlight.
DO NOT place heavy objects on top of loudspeakers
DO NOT connect speaker terminals to the mains supply.
DO NOT dismantle the loudspeaker. There are no user
serviceable parts inside it and you will void the warranty.
Before installing this product
read all these instructions!
PRELIMINARIES
UNPACKING YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS
After taking out the top packing piece, lift the loudspeakers
and accessories from the carton. Remove all the protective
bags. Do NOT lift the loudspeakers out using the bags.
Accessories provided with each loudspeaker are as follows:
VR-200, 300, 400
!
One set of spikes with mounting hardware.
! One set of rubber feet
VR-50, 100
!
One set of rubber feet
VR-CEN 1, CEN 2
!
No accessories needed
VR-SURR 1, SURR 2
!
No accessories needed
VR-10 SUB
!
Four floor spikes (attached to the subwoofer)
! IEC power cord suitable for your location
Check all items after unpacking. If any item is missing or
damaged, immediately contact your Wharfedale dealer.
Retain the packaging. If you dispose of the packing, follow
all recycling regulations in your area.
PREPARATIONS FOR INSTALLATION
Before connecting your system consider where you will place the
speakers in the room. This is particularly important if you are
wall mounting the centre or surround loudspeakers. CONNECTORS AND CABLES
Stereo systems require two lengths of two core cable. 5.1 and
7.1 installations require 5 and 7 lengths respectively.The cables
VR-50, 100: These loudspeakers are designed to be connecting the Front loudspeakers should be the same length
mounted on a rigid floor stand. The loudspeaker may also be and the cables connecting the Surround (and Rear) speakers
placed on a sturdy shelf or wall mounted on a suitable wall should also be of equal length. We suggest you use audio cable
bracket. Consult your dealer for advice if you are in any doubt. and not general purpose ‘bell’ or ‘zip’ wire.
VR-10 SUBWOOFER: VR-200, 300, 400: These are floorstanding models . For
improved performance the loudspeakers are spike coupled to Ensure there is a mains point within easy reach of the unit.
the floor. Rubber feet are provided as an alternative.
You will need to purchase a suitable RCA interconnect cable to
connect the subwoofer to your pre-amplifier or A/V amplifier
VR-CEN, CEN 2; VR-SURR 1, SURR 2: The centre
(see page11). This cable must be a high quality fully screened and surround loudspeakers are intended to be operated
cable. Poorly screened cable is liable to pick up stray hum and attached to the wall via keyhole mounts in the rear of the
interference fields and should be avoided. loudspeaker (see Page 6). Fixings for attaching the
loudspeakers to the wall are not supplied.
CAUTION: When running cables to loudspeakers, do not trail
them across open floors where they can be a source of danger.
Route them safely, around room boundaries if necessary.
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