Audiophony WP-1 Wall Pilot User Guide
This guide provides information on the Audiophony WP-1 Wall Pilot, a wall-mounted controller designed for professional installations. It allows connection of an external player or microphone to an amplifier channel. Volume controls are accessible on the controller, which is powered by the amplifier via RJ45 cables.
1 - Safety Information
Important Safety Information
This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not use in damp, extremely cold, or hot locations. Failure to comply with these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to this product or other property.
Any maintenance procedures must be performed by authorized technical service. Basic cleaning operations must strictly follow our safety instructions.
This product contains non-isolated electrical components. Do not perform any maintenance when it is powered on, as you could suffer an electric shock.
Symbols Used
- This symbol indicates important safety precautions.
- The WARNING symbol indicates a risk to the user's physical integrity. The product may also be damaged.
- The CAUTION symbol indicates a risk of product deterioration.
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - DO NOT OPEN
This unit contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the casing or attempt any maintenance yourself. In the unlikely event that your unit requires maintenance, contact your nearest distributor.
To avoid any electrical malfunction, do not use any multi-sockets, power cable extenders, or connection systems without ensuring they are perfectly insulated and have no defects.
Sound Levels
Our audio solutions emit significant sound pressure levels (SPL) that can be harmful to human health when exposed for prolonged periods. Do not stay close to the speakers while they are operating.
Recycle the device
As HITMUSIC is committed to the environment, we only market clean products that comply with ROHS regulations. When this product reaches the end of its useful life, take it to a designated collection point by local authorities. Selective collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure it is recycled in a way that protects human health and the environment.
Instructions and Recommendations
- Read carefully: We strongly recommend that you read and understand the safety instructions before attempting to use this unit.
- Keep this manual: We strongly recommend keeping this manual with the unit for future reference.
- Use this product with care: We strongly recommend taking all safety instructions into account.
- Follow instructions: Carefully follow all safety instructions to avoid any physical or material damage.
- Avoid water and damp places: Do not use this product in the rain or near sinks or other damp locations.
- Installation: We strongly recommend using only a fixing system or support recommended by the manufacturer or supplied with this product. Follow the installation instructions carefully and use the appropriate tools. Always ensure that this unit is firmly fixed to avoid vibrations and slippage during operation, as physical injury could occur.
- Ventilation: Cooling grilles ensure safe use of this product and prevent any risk of overheating. Do not obstruct or cover these ventilation openings, as overheating and possible physical injury or product damage could occur. This product should never be used in a closed, unventilated area, such as a flight case or rack, unless ventilation grilles are provided for this purpose.
- Heat Exposure: Sustained contact or proximity to hot surfaces can cause overheating and product damage. Keep this product away from any heat source, such as heaters, amplifiers, hot plates, etc.
- Electrical Power: This product can only operate with a very specific voltage. This information is specified on the label on the back of the product.
- Power Cable Protection: Power cables should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by objects placed on or against them, paying particular attention to the cables at the plug, receptacles, and the point where they exit from the fixture.
- Cleaning Precautions: Unplug the product before performing any cleaning operations. This product should only be cleaned with accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Use a damp cloth to clean the surface. Do not wash this product.
- Long periods of inactivity: Disconnect the main power to the unit during prolonged periods of non-use.
- Penetration of liquids or objects: Do not allow any object to penetrate this product, as it could cause electric shock or fire. Never spill any liquid on this product, as it could seep into the electronic components and cause electric shock or fire.
- This product should be serviced when: Contact qualified service personnel if: - The power cord or plug is damaged. - Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the apparatus. - The apparatus has been exposed to rain or water. - The product does not appear to operate normally. - The product is damaged.
- Inspection/Maintenance: Do not attempt any inspection or maintenance yourself. Entrust maintenance to qualified personnel.
- Operating Environment: Ambient temperature and humidity: +5 - +35°C, relative humidity should be less than 85% (when ventilation grilles are not obstructed). Do not use this product in an unventilated, very humid, or hot place.
2 - Introduction
The WP-1 is clearly intended for professional installations, and allows connecting an external player or a microphone to a channel. The volume controls are directly accessible on the controller, which is powered by the amplifier via RJ45 cables.
3 - Specifications
- 1 XLR microphone input (front)
- 1 RCA line input (front)
- 1 RJ45 output (rear)
- Volume adjustments on the front panel
- ON/OFF switch
- LED VU meter
- 15V DC power supply via RJ45 cable from your ZONEAMP4120 or PREZONE444
- Range between WP-1 and zone mixer: 200 meters with category 6 cable.
- Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- T.H.D (1 kHz at nominal power): < 0.1%
- Dimensions: 80 x 80 x 50 mm
- Weight: 0.2 kg
4 - Description and Connectors
- LED ACTIVO and ON button: The ON button allows you to activate your WP-1. Once activated, the ACTIVE LED will light up orange. If your WP-1 is connected to an amplifier, this LED will light up green.
- Volume control knob: Allows adjustment of the output level.
- L and R Inputs: Allows connection of a line-level device, such as a CD player, etc.
- Microphone Input: Balanced XLR input. Allows connection of a dynamic microphone.
Connector Descriptions:
Balanced XLR Input:
- Pin 1: Ground
- Pin 2: Hotspot (+)
- Pin 3: Coldspot (-)
Unbalanced RCA Input:
- Sleeve: Ground/Shield
- Center: Signal
Unbalanced RCA: Shunt between 1 and 3 pins
5 - Possible Configuration
This section illustrates possible configurations for the WP-1 with the ZONEAMP4120 amplifier. It shows connections for microphones, CD players, and speakers for different zones.
Diagram Description:
The diagram shows multiple WP-1 units connected to a ZONEAMP4120 amplifier. Some WP-1 units are connected to microphones, while others are connected to CD players. The ZONEAMP4120 is then shown connected to various speaker zones (Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4) with 100V line level output.
Note: AUDIOPHONY® strives for the highest quality in its products. Products are subject to change without prior notice. Technical specifications and physical configurations may differ from illustrations.
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