i6 AW & i6T AW USER MANUAL
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3. CANADA N2M 5E1 Telephone 519 745 1158 Fax 519 745 2364 Tannoy Nederland BV Anthonetta Kuijistratt 19 3066GS Rotterdam THE NETHERLANDS Telephone 015 2124034 Fax 015 2125213 Issue 1 Part No 6481 0307 GH 19 April 1999
4. the loudspeakers 5 Amplification amp Power Handling As with all professional loudspeaker systems the power handling is a function of voice coil thermal capacity Care should be taken to avoid running the amplifier into clip clipping is the end result of overdriving any amplifier Damage to the loudspeaker will be sustained if the amplifier is driven into clip for any extended period of time Headroom of at least 3dB should be allowed When evaluating an amplifier it is important to take into account its behaviour under low impedance load conditions A loudspeaker system is highly reactive and with transient signals it can require more current than the nominal impedance would indicate Generally a higher power amplifier running free of distortion will do less damage to the loudspeaker than a lower power amplifier continually clipping It is also worth remembering that a high powered amplifier running at less than 90 of output power generally sounds a lot better than a lower power amplifier running at 100 An amplifier with insufficient drive capability will not allow the full performance of the loudspeaker to be realised It is important when using different manufacturers amplifiers in a single installation that the have very closely matched gains the variation should be less than 0 5dB This precaution is important to the overall system balance when only a single compressor limiter or active crossover is being used with multiple cabi
5. 16 AW 8 167 AW USER MANUAL CONTENTS 8 9 Introduction Unpacking Connectors Cabling Polarity Checking Amplification 8 Power Handling Power Selection Egualisation Dimensions Hardware 10 Performance Data 11 Technical Specifications 12 Troubleshooting Guide 13 i6 Recommended Service Parts 8 Accessories 14 Warranty 15 Declaration of Conformity 1 Introduction Designed for a wide variety of sound reinforcement applications the Tannoy i6 AW All Weather is an ultra compact loudspeaker system capable of delivering high sound pressure levels with extremely low distortion resulting in outstanding clarity definition and detail A truly universal solution the i6 AW offers outstanding durability and resistance to scuffs and knocks Able to deliver consistent performance under a wide range of adverse conditions the i6 AW is suited to applications indoors or out whether itbe a theme bar or theme park Available in dark grey or white the 16 AW will effectively blend into most backgrounds Utilisation of the point source Dual Concentric loudspeaker allows the 6 AW to be mounted on a wall or ceiling in either horizontal or vertical orientations without affecting its performance A range of hardware options ensures simple and effective installation Also available with built in line transformer i6T AW The i6 AW comprises one 6 5 inch 165mm Dual Concentric driver in which the low freguency LF
6. B 115dB 112dB 118dB Average Peak Average half space Peak half space 104 dB 110dB 107dB 113dB Max Insertion loss 1 1 dB 35Hz 21kHz 2dB Primary Taps 30 15 7 1 5 watt Voltage Taps 70 7V 8 100V Nominal 8 ohm Minimum 6 ohm 7 41 250 Hz 16 kHz 6 1 6 3 9 7 9 6 13 6 7 74 250 Hz 16 kHz 4 1 4 3 9 3 9 1 22 9 1 x 6 5 165mm Constant Directivity Dual Concentric 1 6 kHz 11 litre vented polyethylene Charcoal or White Perforated Aluminium 2 x 4mm 5way binding posts 2 x M8 inserts for Yolk Bracket 4 x M6 inserts on rear of cabinet 344mm H x 250mm W x 225mm D 13 54 H x 9 84 W x 8 86 D 5 5 Kg 12 1 lbs 400mm H x 500mm W x 300mm D 15 75 H x 19 69 W x 11 8 D 13Kg 28 6 lbs NOTES 1 Average over stated bandwidth Measured at 1m on axis in an anechoic chamber 2 Long term power handling capacity as defined in ElA standard RS 426A 3 Unweighted pink noise input measured at 1m Tannoy operates a policy of continuous research and development The introduction of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the published specifications which Tannoy reserve the right to alter without prior notice Please verify the latest specifications when dealing with critical applications 12 Troubleshooting Guide Possible Cause PACHO 2 a es No Output From Speakers Broken Speaker Cables s Check the electrical continuity of the louds
7. This will be perfectly satisfactory under normal conditions In the case of very long cable runs the wire size should exceed this refer to the following table for guidance m mm RESISTANCEO INTO8O LOAD INTO 40 LOAD 0 14 1 7 0 09 1 1 0 06 0 73 0 35 4 3 0 22 2 7 0 14 1 8 0 69 8 6 0 43 5 4 0 29 3 6 1 38 17 0 0 86 11 0 0 58 7 2 4 Polarity Checking It is most important to check the polarity of the wiring A simple method of doing this without a pulse based polarity checker for LF units is as follows Connect two wires to the ve and ve terminals of a PP3 battery Apply the wire which is connected to the ve terminal of the battery to the speaker cable leg which you believe to be connected to the red speaker terminal and likewise the ve leg of the battery to the black speaker terminal If you have wired it correctly the LF drive unit will move forward indicating the wiring is correct All that remains now is to connect the ve speaker lead to the ve terminal on the amplifier and the ve lead to the ve terminal on the amplifier If however the LF driver moves backwards the input connections need to be inverted If problems are encountered inspect the cable wiring in the first instance It should also be noted that different amplifier manufacturers utilise different pin configurations and polarity conventions if you are using amplifiers from more than one manufacturer check the polarity at the amplifiers as well as
8. he transformer primaries should be connected in parallel to the output of this amplifier If for example you select the 7 5 watt transformer tap it means that at full rated amplifier output the When calculating amplifier wattage requirements for a system it is recommended that not have to operate continuously at its full rated output selected add the individual wattages required at all speakers and select an amplifier Over equalisation can reduce system headroom and introduce phase distortion 6 Power Selection i6T AW 7 Equalisation 8 Dimensions 9 Hardware The GAW can be wall or ceiling mounted using the MB6 optional bracket fig 1 which is designed to offer the maximum flexibility in selecting the desired angles The MB6 is supplied with M8 bolts for fixing to the loudspeaker fig1 8 2 After fixing the bracket to the wall or ceiling remove the plastic plugs from the top and bottom of the loudspeaker Position the cabinet at the reguired angle as shown and tighten the M8 Bolts to fix the loudspeaker in position The loudspeaker can be mounted either horizontally or vertically using the MB6 bracket fig1 8 2 This product has four M6 threaded holes in the rear of the cabinet for other bracketry Fig 2 NOTE The installation of this product must be carried out in conformity with local building codes and standards If necessary consult your loca
9. l safety py standards officer before installing any PA product Alternatively check any laws oi or bylaws Tannoy will not be held i responsible for any damages caused by the improper installation of any bracket or loudspeaker Fig 3 10 Performance Data 100 dB 90 80 70 60 20 200 Hz 2k 201 Anechoic Frequency Response 1watt 50 40 dB 30 20 10 0 20 200 Hz 2k 20 Impedance Hororizontal Vertical 11 Technical Specifications Frequency response 1 3dB Recommended Amplifier Power Power Handling Sensitivity 1 2 83 volt 1m Maximum SPL 3 1m Maximum SPL 3 With THP30 Transformer 1m Transformer i6T AW Impedance DI Averaged PCQ 1kHz ISO 2kHz ISO 4kHz ISO 8kHz ISO 16kHz ISO Q Averaged PCQ 1kHz ISO 2kHz ISO 4kHz ISO 8kHz ISO 16kHz ISO Driver Complement Crossover Point Enclosure Finish Protective Grille Connectors Fittings Dimensions Weight Shipping Dimensions Shipping Weight 70Hz 20kHz up to 180 watt 8 ohm Average 2 Programme Peak 10ms 90 watt 180 watt 360 watt 90dB 93dB half space Average Peak Average half space Peak half space 109d
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11. o our products through continuous research and development Please confirm current specifications for critical applications with your supplier EASE Data for Tannoy Professional products available on request TANVOY professional Declaration of Conformity The following apparatus is are manufactured in the United Kingdom by Tannoy Ltd of Rosehall Industrial estate Coatbridge Scotland ML5 4TF and conform s to the protection requirements of the European Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards and Directives relevant to Domestic Electrical Equipment The apparatus is designed and constructed such that electromagnetic disturbances generated do not exceed levels allowing radio and telecommunications equipment and other apparatus to operate as intended and the apparatus has an adequate level of intrinsic immunity to electromagnetic disturbance to enable operation as specified and intended Details of the Apparatus Tannoy Contractor Loudspeaker Model Number 6 Associated Technical File EMCi6 Applicable Standards EN 50081 1 Emission EN 50082 1 Immunity Signed Position Technical Manager Tannoy Professional Date 26 Apr 99 Tannoy Loudspeakers are manufactured in Great Britain by Tannoy Lid Rosehall Industrial Estate Coatbridge Strathclyde ML5 4TF SCOTLAND Telephone 44 0 1236 420199 Fax 44 0 1236 428230 Internet http www tannoy com Tannoy North America Inc 335 Gage Avenue Suite 1 Kitchener Ontario
12. peaker cables and replace if necessary Amplifier Check the gain controls on the amplifier are turned up Be sure the amplifier is receiving an input signal check the signal indicators on the amp Connect the loudspeaker cable which has no output to another amplifier channel you know is working make sure signal is fed to the new amplifier channel If output is obtained from the loudspeakers s then the problem is with the amplifier channel or input signal leads If this is not the case then the fault may lie in the cabling or the loudspeaker Intermittent Output Poor Connection Check the loudspeaker cabling has a good electrical connection with amplifier outputs and loudspeaker inputs A bad connection can increase resistance which will substantially reduce the output or make cracking noises which are unrelated to signal content If using multi strand loudspeaker cable be sure no strands of cable are causing short circuits between the positive and negative terminals of the amplifier outputs and or loudspeaker inputs Poor Low Frequency Out of phase connection When two speakers are Output connected out of phase the low frequencies will virtually be cancelled out Check the connections at the amplifier speaker paying attention to polarity see section 4 Irregular sounds such as Poor system grounding Check and correct system buzzing and humming grounding emanating from the lo
13. udspeaker Faulty electronic device in The speaker cannot generate the signal chain these sounds on its own It is most likely there is a fault with a piece of electronic eguipment in the signal path 13 16 AW Service Parts 8 Accessories Part Number Description 7900 0411 Driver Kit 7900 0412 Recone Kit 7900 0725 HF Diaphragm Kit 7300 0684 Crossover Kit 1282 8000 0920 Yoke Bracket 14 Warranty No maintenance of the i6 AW loudspeaker is necessary All Tannoy professional loudspeaker products are covered by a 5 year warranty from the date of manufacture subject to the absence of misuse overload or accidental damage Claims will not be considered is the serial number has been altered or removed Work under warranty should only be carried out by a Tannoy Professional dealer or service agent This warranty in no way affects your statutory rights For further information please contact your dealer or distributor in your country If you cannot locate your distributor please contact Customer Services Tannoy Ltd at the address given below Customer Services Tannoy Ltd Rosehall Industrial Estate Coatbridge Strathclyde ML5 4TF Scotland Telephone 01236 420199 National 44 1236 420199 International Fax 01236 428230 National 44 1236 428230 International E Mail prosales tannoy com DO NOT SHIP ANY PRODUCT TO TANNOY WITHOUT PREVIOUS AUTHORISATION Our policy commits us to incorporating improvements t
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