Wharfedale Pro WLA-118SUBA QUICK START GUIDE
Your full user manual can also be downloaded from www.wharfedalepro.com
Congratulations on the purchase of your WLA-118SUBA. Wharfedale Pro takes great pride in engineering and building every product, thanking customers for entrusting them with their audio needs. Since Gilbert Briggs built the first loudspeaker in 1932, the company has maintained its standard of quality in components, workmanship, and performance. This guide is intended to help users get the most from their new system.
Specifications
| Model Name | WLA-118SUBA |
| System Typology | Subwoofer |
| System Type | Active 18" Subwoofer |
| Configuration | Single Subwoofer |
| Frequency Response (+/-3 dB) | 35 Hz - 125 Hz |
| Frequency Range (-10 dB) | 28 Hz-160 Hz |
| Sensitivity 2.83 V/1 m | 103 dB* |
| Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m | 136 dB* |
| System Peak SPL | 142 dB** |
| Signal Processing | DSP based, 8 presets |
| 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: | 4400 W Peak, 2200 W Continuous |
| Thermal Protection | Amplifier Shut Down. Auto Reset |
| Low Line Voltage Shut Down | 60% Nominal Line Voltage |
| Driver Protection | RMS, Peak Limiters and DC |
| DC and Short Protection | Yes |
| Clip Limiter | 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 Dual Switching Mode Power Supply |
| Connectors | |
| Input | Balanced Combi jack / XLR input |
| Link | Balanced line output |
| UPDATE | USB Type B |
| NETWORK (RS485) | RJ45 |
| AC Power Options | AC 100-120 V~ and 220-240 V~, 50/60 Hz Automatic |
| Special Features | |
| Rigging & Hardware: | 3 points for rigging |
| Vertical Splay angle range: | Aluminium demodulating ring |
| Horizontal Splay angle | Waterproof LF cone |
| Accessories: | Malt Cross® TCS |
| Stand pole: | WLA-1 FLY FRAME |
| Handles: | M20 Pole mount |
| Enclosure | 1 side (2 pcs) |
| Cabinet Type | Rectangular |
| Enclosure Material and finish | 18 mm plywood / TOUGH-TONE |
| Colour | Black paint |
| Grille Material & Finish | Powder coated perforated steel |
| Dimensions - Unpacked: | |
| Height Front | 535 mm/21.1" |
| Height Rear | |
| Width | 566 mm / 23.4" |
| Depth | 760 mm / 29.9" |
| Dimensions - Packed: | |
| Height | 630 mm / 24.8" |
| Width Front | 656 mm/25.8" |
| Width Rear | |
| Depth | 850 mm / 33.5" |
| Weight | |
| Net Weight | 59.8 Kg |
| Gross Weight | 68 Kg |
Note: Specifications may be subject to change without notice.
Product Features
- Duo layer 18" Beyma driver
- Tough-Tone paint finish
- Integral side and back 3-point rigging system
- Premium Baltic birch construction
- .gll files available for download
- Internal DSP
- Versatile and practical
- Use in conjunction with the 21″ sub for infrabass AND punch
- EASE .gll files available for download
Overview
Diagrams show the dimensions of the WLA-118SUBA. The main unit has dimensions of 535.0 mm (height front), 566.0 mm (width), and 760.0 mm (depth). Packed dimensions are 630 mm (height), 656 mm (width front), and 850 mm (depth).
Connections and Controls
AC IN: AC Input using PowerCon connector. Supports 100-120 V~ and 200-240 V~, 50/60 Hz.
AC LINK: For cascade power to other active loudspeakers. Do not exceed a total of 20 A (continuous current) for each line.
POWER: Power on switch. Ensure all audio connections are made before powering on.
INPUT: Balanced Combi jack / XLR input.
LINK: Balanced line output.
PRESET: DSP Preset control selector.
UPDATE: USB Input for software update. For service staff only.
NETWORK (RS485): Network connection using RS485 protocol. Control software can be downloaded from www.wharfedalepro.com/download/wla-a-control-software/. An optional USB-RS485-RJ45 convertor can be used for PC connection.
RS485 Network cable interface description: The network connection uses RS485 protocol and provides GUI control over the DSP parameters of each element. A 120 Ohm resistor can be used between pins 1 and 2 on an RJ45 connector to improve network total length, connected to the spare network port on the final speaker.
Optional Hardware
WLA-1 Common Fly Frame: Allows flying of WLA-118SUB(A) with WLA-115(A) or WLA-112(A) elements. Supports up to 3 pcs of WLA-118SUB(A). Note: WLA-118SUB(A) will not fly with WLA-121SUB(A).
SP-4 Pole: Connects the 18" subwoofer to a 12" or 15" element. Features dual angle 35 mm pole sockets for optimal coverage.
Note: Always ensure the floor is level and that all local and common sense safety rules are respected.
For system design, it is recommended to use EASE software (https://www.afmg.eu). The EASE library can be downloaded from https://www.wharfedalepro.com/download/wharfedale-pro-ease-library/
WHARFEDALE PRO LIMITED WARRANTY
Wharfedale Pro products are warranted against manufacturing or material defects for three years from the original date of purchase. For malfunction, contact your authorized Wharfedale Pro dealer or distributor. Warranty details may differ by country; contact your dealer or distributor for information (available at www.wharfedalepro.com). These terms do not infringe statutory rights.
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