A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S OWNERS MANUAL
4 5 7 8 9 10 10 10 Important Safety Instructions Quick Set-Up Guide Introduction Concept & Design Philosophy Unpacking & Visual Checks Preliminary Recommendation Monitor Placement Orientation 11 13 14 15 16 25 27 28 29 30 30 31 Master & Slave Concept Rear Panel Description Operational Overview iDP™ Display & Setup Procedure Set-Ups Set-Up When The Monitors are connected Parameter Description Bass Management Set-Up Menu ® Parameters Available for Precision 6 iDP™ Precision 8 iDP™ ® Parameters Available fo
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
QUICK SETUP GUIDE Below is a quick guide on how to connect different variations of setups. Connections must be made exactly as illustrated. Detailed descriptions of the setups can be found on pages 16-24.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S NOTE (7.1 only) If you wish to set up your system with side channels as opposed to five “screen” channels: Simply substitute LI (Left Inner) & RI (Right Inner), for SL (Side Left) & SR (Side Right) as shown in the adjacent diagram. Follow the same format for 7.1 Digital & 7.1 Digital @ 192 kHz. * SDDS® (Sony Dynamic Digital Sound®) is designed exclusively for motion picture theatres; there is no consumer equivalent.
Introduction In order to maintain our leading position in the worldwide professional studio market, the core technologies of Tannoy are constantly being refined. The latest updates have resulted in a fully re-engineered Dual Concentric™ drive unit and an improved, ultra high performance SuperTweeter™, which is a key component within Tannoy’s long-term development programme of WideBand™ technology.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Concept & Design Philosophy The following is an introduction to the concept behind the iDP™ system. Detailed setup guides and explanations of all of the parameter functions can be found in later sections of this manual. Precision iDP™ Monitors offer the following advantages over conventional monitors:System integration and networking (preset recall, central control) Flexibility/adjustment of processing parameters (to the room, personal preference etc.
TANNOY WideBand™ SuperTweeter™ The Tannoy SuperTweeter™ extends the amplitude response beyond 20kHz audibility to 51kHz to correct the phase response from 8kHz to 20kHz within the audible band. This preserves the harmonic structure of sounds and the stability of the stereo image. The smooth tweeter faceplate contours prevent diffraction and cavity effects. CABINET The cabinet has a 40mm MDF sculpted front-baffle. It’s stiff, heavy and rigid design minimises diffraction.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Preliminary Recommendation A word of warning on high sound levels - these speakers are capable of generating high output levels over sustained periods of time and such levels, over 95dB SPL for 8 hours per day, can eventually cause permanent hearing loss. Since Tannoy monitors have a natural-sounding flat frequency response and low distortion, it's possible not to be aware just how high the sound level is high while working with them.
Master & Slave Concept Two types of hardware exist for each Precision 6 iDP™ and Precision 8 iDP™ (with the exception of the subwoofer – Slave only).
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Slave Monitor & Subwoofer The slave unit is able to receive and distribute audio and control data via the proprietary TC LINK connection The TS112 iDP™or TS212 iDP™subwoofer can be used in any iDP system. Slave Monitor Network Connections The Slave and Sub units contain one RJ45 Input connector and one Link connector. Via the RJ45 input connector the Slave unit is supplied with audio and control data from the Master unit.
Master Unit 1. System controller/slave switch. In the “out” position the monitor operates as a System Controller. * There can only be one system Controller in a setup. In the “in” position the monitor operates as a regular master or a slave unit. 1 2 3 2. RJ45 link connectors for downstream slave units, remote and PC control. 3. Analogue Inputs. 4 4. AES/EBU Digital Input 5 5. Word Clock BNC Sync 6. Power Input 100-240v and Power ON/Off Switch. 5 Slave/Subwoofer 1.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Parameter structure accessible via the Precision iDP™ monitor set as System Controller Empty Custom Stereo Analog Stereo Digital Stereo 192 kHz Surround Analog Surround Digital Surround 192 kHz 5.1 dig/6 master 999002 L Front Volume -50.
The iDP™ Display - Master EXIT ENTER INTERACTIVE DIGITAL PROGRAMMING ENTER key The ENTER key has two main functions: To enter the menus currently displayed. To set the displayed parameter in Edit mode. When a parameter can be edited via the CURSOR keys a “H “ is set as the first character in front of the parameter. CURSOR UP/DOWN key These keys are used for navigating and adjusting parameter values. The previous page illustrates how to navigate through parameters using the iDP™ display.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Setups General Setup Procedure Decide which Setup you are going to build. Connect the Precision iDP™ monitors exactly as shown on the following pages. Power up all monitors. Set one of the Master-monitors as the System Controller as shown on the Setup diagrams. Leaving the TC LINK button on the rear panel in the OUT position does this. NOTE: There can be only ONE System Controller in a setup. After “power-up” the System scans all connected monitors every 5 seconds.
Analog Stereo Set-up With Stereo Subs The diagram shows how to connect a stereo set-up with two subwoofers. The Left monitor is set as the System Controller by leaving out the TC Link button on the rear panel. The Left master monitor receives both the left and right input signals via the analog input connectors. The Right monitor and Sub receive audio and control via the output RJ45 TC Link connections on the Left (system controller) monitor.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S 5.1 Analog Set-up The diagram shows how to connect a 5.1 analog set-up. The Centre monitor is set as the System Controller by leaving out the TC Link button on the rear panel. The Centre monitor receives audio for both centre (input 1) & LFE channels (input 2) via the analog input connectors. The LFE subwoofer is fed via the RJ-45 connection from the left monitor. RJ45 Network connections from the Centre monitor to the Left & Right monitors are required.
5.1 Digital 192kHz Set-up The diagram shows how to connect a 5.1 digital set-up at 192khz. All Master monitors require installed digital I/O cards. AES signal is fed to inputs 2&3 of these cards. The Centre monitor is set as the System Controller by leaving out the TC Link button on the rear panel. The Centre monitor receives audio for both centre & LFE channels via the AES input connectors (input 2 for Centre & input 3 for Sub). The LFE subwoofer is fed via the RJ-45 connection from the left monitor.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S 6.1 Digital Set-up The diagram shows how to connect a 6.1 digital set-up. All Master monitors require installed digital I/O cards. AES signal is fed to input 2 of these cards. The Centre monitor is set as the System Controller by leaving out the TC Link button on the rear panel. The Centre monitor receives audio for both centre & LFE channels via the AES input connector (input 2). The LFE subwoofer is fed via the RJ-45 connection from the left monitor.
7.1 Analog Set-up The diagram shows how to connect a 7.1 SDDS™ analog set-up. The Centre monitor is set as the System Controller by leaving out the TC Link button on the rear panel.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S 7.1 Digital 192kHz Set-up The diagram shows how to connect a 7.1 SDDS™ 192kHz set-up. The Centre monitor is set as the System Controller by leaving out the TC Link button on the rear panel.
Connecting Two Subs Two Subs can be connected to any of the above Set-Ups When no Bass management is selected, no signal will be sent to the subwoofers. When Bass management is selected, low frequency content from the left channel is extracted and sent to the left subwoofer. Low frequency content from the right channel is extracted and sent to the right subwoofer. The iDP™ Remote, iDP SOFT™ or PC-iP™ can be connected to any spare TC Link “out” connection.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S 5.1 Dig/6 - Master The diagram shows how to connect a 5.1 digital set-up using a single master unit. The set-up requires one master monitor with the Digital AES\EBU input card installed, four slave monitors and one subwoofer. The Centre monitor is set as the System Controller by leaving out the TC Link button on the rear panel.
SETUP when the monitors are connected The following is a simple operational setup guide, which is carried out after the monitors are connected. The assumption is made that you will be navigating the menus via the LCD display on the master monitor. If you have purchased the optional software packages then refer to the iDP SOFT™ section of this manual. If you are using the PC-iP™ advanced installers package then refer to the user manual included with this package. 1.
A C T I V E 6. S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Reset Procedure Three different levels of “Reset” exist. For the three Reset levels all connected monitors will be affected. Select between the following reset options: The Reset functions are accessed by holding the ENTER key on the System Controller while powering up: Clear Monitor Settings All global and local parameters in connected monitors are reset. Preset and network settings are not affected.
Parameter Description Basic operation in all menus (when navigating the menus via the LCD display) Use ARROW keys to select value or submenu Use ENTER to enter menus or for confirmation, and to activate Use EXIT to step to a higher level or to decline an operation Values are marked with an “ * “ when they can be altered via the ARROW keys Main Display The Main Display indicates the position of the monitor (when set up) and the set volume for the monitor.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Bass Management Bass management (sometimes called bass redirection) is a very important and useful tool. With conventional studio monitors external electronics is required to achieve bass management. It is in general an absolute necessity if you want to make a multi-channel set-up in a small room.The bass management system is designed to subtract the bass contents of all main channels and reproduce this by the use of a subwoofer.
Setup Menu Press ENTER to access sub-menus Setup Press ENTER to access select mode. Select mode is indicated by “ * ” Press ENTER to confirm choice Empty Custom Stereo Analog Stereo Digital Stereo 192kHz Surround Analog Surround Digital Surround 192kHz 5.1 dig/6 Master Set Monitor Task For the System Controller/Master monitor to identify and operate all monitors in the setup, each monitor must be given one of the following tasks indicating function and position.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Parameters available for Precision 6 iDP™ and Precision 8 iDP™:Pink Noise Calibrate Rel.Lev. - Room Position - Bass Treble - On/Off Level calibration of the selected monitor. Range –6dB to +6dB Relative preset volume for the selected monitor relative to the calibrated and global volume. Range –40dB to 0dB Neutral Wall Corner Console C. Wall - Console Wall C. Corn - Console Corner Bass adjustment for the selected monitor.
Parameter Categories Global Parameters These parameters apply to the entire system: Global parameters stored with presets • Bass Management • Mute Status Global parameters NOT stored with presets • Ref. Levels • Analog Input Sensitivity • Selected Setup • BNC Sync Local Parameters These parameters apply to individual Precision monitors: Local parameters stored with presets • X-Curve • Parametric EQ setting (set via optional PC-iP™) • LFE Gain (subs) • LFE Low Pass (subs) • Rel.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S iDP™ Remote The iDP™ remote is available and can perform the following functions: Instant access of three different user defined Reference Level settings. Instant Preset Recall function of up to 4 presets. This way you can easily switch between different setups from your listening position. Mute/un-mute and solo function for each monitor in the setup. Simple Master level adjustment using the large potentiometer Ref. Level Selection Preset Selection.
iDP™ Remote (cont.) Description of Functions:REF LEVEL keys 1-3 To recall Reference Levels 1-3: Press relevant key shortly. The key LED indicates activated Reference Level. To set Reference Level 1-3: Set level using the large VOLUME potentiometer on the remote. Press and hold relevant Reference level key for approx. 2 seconds. The LED will flash 3 times. The new reference level is now set.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S iDP SOFT™ iDP SOFT™ is a software editor for the Precision iDP™ monitors. All parameters that can be controlled using the display on the System Controller can be controlled using the iDP SOFT™ program. Installation on PC: Place the Installation CD in your CD ROM drive and open CD contents. Press Setup Follow the instructions. Installation on Mac: Enter the Installation CD in your CD ROM drive and open CD contents. Run the installer. Follow the instructions.
iDP SOFT™ (cont.) This is the Main screen from where all other iDP SOFT™ screens are accessed. When The (((•))) network icon (upper left corner) Is steady - The computer running the iDP SOFT™ is not correctly connected to Precision iDP™ monitors. Check connections, cables and refer to the setup-illustrations on pages 16-24 in this manual. Is blinking - The computer is correctly connected to your Precision iDP™ system. The ((( ))) icon is also used to access the Network screen. Press ((( ))) to access.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S iDP SOFT™ (cont.) Preset List Clicking on the left side of the display frame accesses the Preset List. Presets include Preset Volume Mute status Bass Management X-curve setting LFE Low Pass LFE Gain Parametric EQ (can only be adjusted using the optional PC Installers Package-PC-iP™) All other settings can be considered “global” and are not stored with presets. Recall presets Select preset using your mouse and press Recall.
iDP SOFT™ (cont.) Network Accessing the Network Screen Press the ((( ))) icon in the Main screen to access the Network facilities. In this screen various global network settings are handled. Press to scan your COM ports. If an Precision iDP™ System is connected to any port it will be recognized. Note that the AutoDetect function will not executed until is pressed. Manual select of Serial/COM port. Indicates the status when entering the Network screen.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S iDP SOFT™ (cont.) During Software upload various messages could be displayed: Example: “Precision monitor updated successfully” means the Precision monitor has been updated successfully. Precision iDP™ monitor updated successfully If the message: “Failed to update Precision iDP™ monitors” – means the monitor has reported an error during software upload. This could be caused by communication errors. Please retry.
Monitor Assignment Task Press monitor symbol to activate pink noise test-tone. Then select task for the monitor now playing the noise. Serial number and type will be indicated. A monitor marked with a question mark indicates that an “unknown” monitor has been detected. (This icon is darker in colour than the previously mentioned ‘monitor not found’) Scan System Press the magnifying-glass to scan the entire system for connected units.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S iDP SOFT™ (cont.) Calibrated Level Level calibration of the selected monitor. Relative Level Preset volume for the selected monitor relative to the calibrated and global volume. Use Parametric EQ This will be marked if the Parametric EQ is activated via the PC-iP™ program. Bass and Treble settings will be disabled. Bass/Treble Range: -6dB to +6dB. Bass and Treble adjustment for the selected monitor.
iDP SOFT™ (cont.) Phase Range: 0-180° To time-compensate if the Sub cannot be placed according to the ITU 775 recommendations. There are individual Phase settings for each of the Bass Management Cross-over frequencies. Once set, these are stored as Global settings. Polarity Range: 0 or 180 deg. Mark to activate. Calibrated Level Level calibration of the selected monitor. Relative Level Preset volume for the selected monitor relative to the calibrated and global volume.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Chained monitors If several monitors are chained on the same task (e.g. LSur-LSChain) a dropdown menu will appear as shown below. To calibrate a chained monitor simply select from the list.
Technical Specifications - Precision 6 iDP System (Master & Slaves) System Frequency Response (1) Max. SPL (@ 1m) (2) Dispersion (-6dB) Crossover Frequency Drive units Cabinet LF Alignment Dimensions (H x W x D) Cabinet Construction Total weight Electronic System Mains Power Consumption Amplifier 3-Way semi-active near field monitor 56Hz – 51kHz (+/- 2dB) 117dB (continuous) 90 degrees 1.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Technical Specifications- Precision 8 iDP System (Master & Slaves) System Frequency Response (1) Max. SPL (@ 1m) (2) Dispersion (-6dB) Crossover Frequency Drive units Cabinet LF Alignment Dimensions (H x W x D) Cabinet Construction Total weight Electronic System Mains Voltage Power Consumption Amplifier 3-Way semi-active near field monitor 43Hz – 51kHz (+/- 2dB) 120dB (continuous) 90 degrees 1.
Technical Specifications - TS212 iDP™ & TS112 iDP™ Subwoofer & iDP™ Remote Technical Specifications TS212 iDP™ Subwoofer TS112 iDP™ Subwoofer & iDP™ System Frequency Response Max.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Dimensions : Precision 6 iDP™ Precision 6 iDP™ 369.0mm (141/2”) 337.0mm (131/4”) 220.
Dimensions : Precision 8 iDP™ Precision 8 iDP™ 369.0mm (141/2”) 272mm (103/4”) 337.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S 498mm (19 5/8”) 471mm (18 9/16”) 520mm (201/2”) Dimensions : Precision TS212 iDP™ (Grey/Silver) 384mm (15 1/8”) 48 366mm (14 3/8”) 398mm (155/8”) Dimensions : Precision TS112 iDP™ (Grey)
iDP™ Display Messages The following is an explanation of Error Messages, etc may appear on a Master monitor Display:"!" as "96 kHz Center!” The "!" indicates that the monitor is not connected to the network. The volume is then automatically set to -50 dB for the monitor not recognized in the network. "+" as "96 kHz L Front+": The "+" indicates that the monitor you are looking at is the System Controller.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S System Delays Sample Rate Digital Input Analog Input* AES or WC in kHz Converter kHz Samples @ input Rate m/seconds cm Samples @ Converter Rate m/seconds cm 32.00 64.00 93.00 2.91 100 73.00 1.14 39 44.10 88.20 68.00 1.54 53 73.00 0.83 28 48.00 96.00 40.00 0.83 29 73.00 0.76 26 64.00 64.00 34.00 0.53 18 73.00 1.14 39 88.20 88.20 34.00 0.39 13 73.00 0.83 28 96.00 96.00 34.00 0.35 12 73.00 0.
BassMgt. 80Hz BassMgt. 95Hz BassMgt. 110Hz BassMgt. 115Hz BassMgrt.120Hz Cinema Flat Cine X-curve Cine X-curve2 Cinema X+50Hz Cinema X+80Hz CinemX+120Hz Cinema 80Hz Cinema 120Hz OB Van 120Hz Neutral 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 All parameters neutral - a good starting point Music, video and post for domestic (Not Cinema) use Stereo, 5.1, 5.3 and 6.1 Music, video and post for domestic (Not Cinema) use Stereo, 5.1, 5.3 and 6.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Cables Below is a guide to the cables used in iDP™ set-up’s. TC LINK Standard Cat-5 cables Maximum Cable Length : 15 metres. Cable type : Shielded Ethernet Cable Category 5. Connector type : RJ45 This connection carries Digital audio (24 bit) and network control information. P1 (pin No.) P2(pin No.
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 TC Electronic A/S, Sindalsvej 34, 8240 Risskov, Denmark. The following equipment is marked with the CE label and conform(s) to the protection requirements of the European Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards and Directives.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Warranty No maintenance of the Precision iDP™ Monitor is necessary. All components are guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of manufacture, subject to the absence of, or evidence of, misuse, overload or accidental damage. For further information please contact your dealer or the distributor in your country.
A C T I V E S T U D I O M O N I T O R S Check periodically for the latest manual revision that will always available for download from www.tannoy.com The issue number of this manual is located below Issue 1 Software Version 1.53 Part No. 6481 0473 GH 01 December 2005 Tannoy United Kingdom T: +44 (0) 1236 420199 F: +44 (0) 1236 428230 E: enquiries@tannoy.com Tannoy North America T: (519) 745 1158 F: (519) 745 2364 E: inquiries@tannoyna.
