i5 AW & i5T AW USER MANUAL
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1. 8 SRR OOU 2 4 6 ORN Sa and oowoo iooi 4 Pobrity 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 the drive unit is as follows Connect two wires to the and terminals of a PP3 battery Apply the wire that is connected to the terminal of the battery to the speaker cable leg which you believe to be connected to the red speaker terminal and likewise the leg of the battery to the black speaker terminal If you have wired it correctly the drive unit will move forward indicating the wiring is correct All that remains now is to connect the speaker lead to the terminal on the amplifier and the lead to the terminal on the amplifier If however the driver moves backwards the input con nections 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 the loudspeakers 5 Amplification and 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 amplifie2. ISO 16kHz ISO DI Averaged 1kHz ISO 2kHz ISO 4kHz ISO 8kHz ISO 16kHz ISO Q Averaged Driver Complement Enclosure Finish Connectors Fittings Dimensions Weight each Accessories Shipping Dimensions Shipping Weight All Weather Loudspeaker 80Hz 22kHz 90dB anechoic 93dB half space Nominal 6Q Minimum 3 8Q Average Programme 50 Watt 100 Watt THP 30 Transformer THP 60 Transformer 105dB average 106dB average 3 9 7 9 8 6 10 3 9 2 2 5 6 1 7 2 10 7 8 3 1 x 127mm 5 ICT Point Source 4 6 litre polypropylene Black or White 2 x 4mm binding posts 2 x yoke fixing points 1 x female gimble plate 224 x 163 3 8 x 153mm 8 7 8 x 6 3 8 x 6 1 8 2kg 4lbs 802 MBS5Y and MB3B mounting brackets 302 x 168 x 168mm 12 7 8 x 6 3 8 x 6 3 8 2 3kg 5lbs 1 Average over stated bandwidth Measured at 1 meter on axis 2 Long term power handling capacity as defined in EIA standard RS 426A 3 Unweighted pink noise input measured at 1 meter in an anechoic chamber A full range of measurements performance data and Ease Data can be downloaded from www tannoy com 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 reserves the right to alter without prior notice Please verify the latest specifications when dealing wi
3. TANNOY ID AW amp i5T AW USER MANUAL CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Unpacking 3 Connectors Cabling 4 Polarity Checking 5 Amplification amp Power Handling 6 Power Selection iST AW 7 Equalisation 8 Dimensions 9 Hardware 10 Performance Data 11 Technical Spe cifications 12 15 AW Recommended Service Parts amp Accessories 13 Warranty 14 Declaration of Conformity 1 Introduction The Tannoy 15 AW has been designed to be both sonically and cosmetically pleasing for all applications ranging from background music in a restaurant to live keyboard monitoring on stage ICT or Inductive Coupling Technology utilises a wireless electromagnetic tweeter that does not require a crossover and cannot be burned out from heavy or abusive use The 1 aluminium high frequency dom e has a deep drawn skirt which sits on the inside of the low frequency voice coil in the same magnetic gap The skirt is like a single shorted turn which is induced with high frequency information generated by the low frequency voice coil which is fed a full bandwidth signal The ICT dome is at the heart of our i5 AW transducer which utilises a moulded plastic cone and nitryl rubber surround fo further enhance its durability and long term reliability The ICT driver is housed in a plastic enclosure that has been optimally tuned to achieve maximum bass response and tonal balance For applications requiring extended low frequency enhancem
4. ent a range of Tannoy sub bass systems are available and can be used in conjunction with the i5 AW The i5 AW isalso available as a Transformer version iST AW for use from 70 7V or 100V line systems 2 Unpacking Every Tannoy i5 AW is carefully inspected before packing After unpacking please inspect for any exterior physical damage and save the carton and any relevant packaging materials in case the loudspeaker again requires packing and shipping In the event that damage has been sustained in transit notify your dealer immediately 3 Connectors Cabling The i5 AW has two spring loaded terminals for connec tion to the amplifier These terminals are capable of accepting cables with conductor diameter of up to 6mm Red is Positive Black is Negative Cable choice consists mainly of selecting the correct cross sectional area in relation to the cable length and the load impedance A small cross sectional area would increase the cables series resistance inducing power loss and response variations damping factor Connectors should be wired with a minimum of 2 5 mm 12 gauge cable 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 CABLE RUN POWER LOSS POWER IOSS m CONDUCTOR mm RESISTANCE INTO 82LOAD INTO 40 LOAD 0 14 0 09 0 06 0 35 0 22 0 14 0 69 0 43 0 29 1 38 0 86 0 5
5. honetta Kuijistratt 19 3066GS Rotterdam THE NETHERLANDS Telephone 015 2124034 Fax 015 2125213 Issue 1 Part No 6481 0226 ML 3 October 2003
6. ications with your supplier EASE Data for Tannoy Professional products available on request and from Tannoys web site http www tannoy com TANNOY 14 Declaration of Conformity The following apparatus is are manufactured in the United Kingdom by Tannoy Ltd of Rosehall Industrial estate Coatbridge Scotland ML5 ATF and con form 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 excee d 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 Model Number i5 AW Associated Technical File EMCiSAW Applicable Standards EN 500811 Emission EN 500821 Immunity Signed Position Electro acoustics Development Engineer Tannoy Professional Date 22 2 2000 For Tannoy Ltd TANNOY Tannoy Loudspeakers are manufactured in Great Britain by Tannoy Ltd Coatbridge Scotland ML5 4TF 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 CANADA N2M 5E1 Telephone 519 745 1158 Fax 519 745 2364 Tannoy Nederland BV Ant
7. ny unnecessary subsonic frequencies 8 Dimensions 9 Hardware The i5 AW can be wall or ceiling mounted using the MB5Y bracket Figure 1 or the MBS5B Figure 3 Both are designed to offer maximum flexibility in selecting the desired angles Methods of mounting have been demonstrated in figures 2 amp 3 For this product to conform to weatherproof specification IP33CS in EN60529 it should be mounted facing downwards at an angle greater than 35 from the vertical Figure 3 Figure 1 NOTE The installation of this product must be carried out in conformity with local building standards If necessary consult your local safety standards officer before installing any product Alternatively check any laws or bylaws Tannoy will not be held responsible for any damages caused by the improper installation of any bracket or loudspeaker Figure 3 10 Performance Data e Respons reguen Off Axis Freguency Response Impedance Polar Plots 1 Octave Band Pink Noise ny W Hf NH Ni fi Wa iy iy d nl Hi a VD A Wy Hh A ATA fan KU M HA el DA aN WRU NANA Jaa S A f i 4 11 Technical Specifications System Type Freguency Response 3dB 1 Sensitivity 2 83 Volts 1 meter 3 Impedance Power Handling 2 Maximum SPL 1kHz ISO 2kHz ISO 4kHz ISO 8kHz
8. r 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 impe dance 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 manu facturers 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 bei ng used with multiple cabinets it is therefore recommended that the same amplifiers be used throughout 6 Power Selection i5T AW Determine the maximum power in watts needed at each speaker location The i5T AW transformer can be tapped at 30W 15W 7 5W and 3 5W via the rotary switch located at the
9. rear of the loudspeaker at either 70 or 100 Volt lines When the relevant tappings have been selected add the individual wattages required at all speakers and select an amplifier with a rating equal to or exceeding the total wattage required All of the transformer primaries should be connected in parallel to the output of the amplifier If for example you select the 7 5W transformer tap it means that at full rated amplifier output the speaker will receive the full 7 5W If the amplifier gain is reduced each speaker will receive a proportional amount of power maintaining overall system balance When calculating amplifier wattage reguirements for a system it is recommended that a generous wattag e safety margin 3dB of headroom be left so that the system does not have to operate continuously at its full rated output 7 Equalisation The i5 AW is designed to need no equalisation or correction to overcome system limitations As a result it will only need equalisation to compensate for difficult acoustic environments Excess equalisation can reduce system headroom and introduce phase distortion resulting in greater problems than it cures If equalisation is required then it should be applied gently and smoothly Violent equalisation will be detrimental to the overall sound quality If the loudspeakers were being used consistently at high levels it would be beneficial to introduce a high pass filter at 50Hz to protect the loudspeaker from a
10. th critical applications Peak 200 Waitt Low Impedance 107dB average 113dB peak 12 i5 AW Service Parts 8 Accessories Part Number Description 7900 0567 Driver Kit 1273 8001 1680 MB 5Y Bracket Black 8001 1690 MB 3Y Bracket White 8001 1470 MB 5B Bracket Black 8001 1480 MB 5B Bracket White 13 Warranty No maintenance of the i5 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 if 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 Professional Division Tannoy lid Coatbridge Scotland ML5 ATF Telephone 01236 420199 National 44 1236 420199 International Fax 01236 428230 National 44 1236 428230 International E Mail service tannoy co uk DO NOT SHIP ANY PRODUCT TO TANNOY WITHOUT PREVIOUS AUTHORISATION Our policy commits us to incorporating improvements to our products through continuous research and development Please confirm current specifications for critical appl
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