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6 Connections
Active/Passive operation
W8VDQs may be operated in Active (3way bi-amplified) or Passive (3way passive) mode.
Rear panel showing Active/Passive switch, pinout & nearfield attenuator switch
The W8VDQ connector panel has two Neutrik Speakon connectors wired in parallel. The second connector
allows use of a short link lead to power another W8VDQ loudspeaker for wider horizontal coverage.
The connectors are wired as follows:
W8VDQ passive wiring (ensure rear switch is in the Passive position)
W8VDQ active wiring (ensure rear switch is in the Active position)