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CONTENTS PAGE Introduction 2 Tannoy WideBand™ and Driver Technologies 3 Amplifier Choice 4 Stand Mounting Models 5 Connection in Bi-Wire Mode 6 Bass Tuning 7 Front Speakers 8 Set-Up Diagrams 9-14 Technical Specifications 15 WARRANTY This equipment has been produced and tested with care and precision. All Tannoy speaker systems are built to give first class service and carry a 5-year warranty. Active subwoofers carry a 1-year warranty.
TANNOY WIDEBAND™ TECHNOLOGY Tannoy has incorporated its own WideBand™ technology into the design of all Sensys loudspeakers. Not only does this exceptional in-house technology resolve fine detail of high frequency information but it also effectively enhances the listening experience throughout the whole frequency rangie. The WideBand™ high frequency system creates an increased immediacy, airiness and impact making music sound more natural and true to life.
AMPLIFIER CHOICE Consult the enclosed product specification sheet as this clearly shows the acceptable power range for amplifier matching to your speakers. The high peak power handling of Tannoy loudspeakers permits responsible use with more powerful amplifiers - please read the Warranty. As with all loudspeaker systems, the power handling is a function of voice coil thermal capacity.
WARNING: ENSURE THAT THE SPIKES ARE LEVELLED AND THAT THE LOCK NUTS ARE TIGHTENED FIRMLY. THE SPIKES SHOULD BE PUSHED THROUGH THE CARPET TO LOCATE INTO THE FLOORING SURFACE BY APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE TOP OF THE CABINET. IF USING ON A SENSITIVE FLOOR SURFACE PLACE THE PROTECTIVE CUPS UNDER THE LEVELLED SPIKES. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RENDER THE SPEAKER UNSTEADY AND RESULT IN DAMAGE OR INJURY SHOULD IT BE KNOCKED OVER.
CONNECTION IN BI-WIRE MODE Please note in bi-wire mode that the link bars must be removed. Unscrew the knurled nuts on both the positive and negative HF and LF terminals and remove the link bar and then replace the colour-coded nuts, as they will be required to clamp the bi-wire cables in place. Retain the link bars in a safe place for possible future use. • Be sure that the amplifier is switched OFF and then prepare the two sets of cabling for each 'side' of the system separately.
BASS TUNING These Sensys speakers have been designed for use in rooms with average to good acoustics without port damper bungs fitted. However, in smaller rooms where loudspeaker positioning is forced closer to rear or sidewalls, the foam port damper bung supplied in the accessory kit can be inserted into the reflex port. This will reduce the bass energy but 'speed-up' the sound presentation. There is no absolute right or wrong here, therefore much will depend on your own musical preferences.
FRONT SPEAKERS The ultra wide dynamic range and power handling capability of Sensys loudspeakers will provide a stunning home cinema experience. The speakers should be positioned on either side of the TV or projection screen and then placed in line with the screen surface. CENTRE CHANNEL SPEAKER The Sensys centre channel speaker is fully magnetically shielded and designed for installation directly above or below the TV.
Fig 2: Terminal Panel HIGH FREQUENCY NEGATIVE(-) TERMINAL LOW FREQUENCY NEGATIVE(-) TERMINAL HIGH FREQUENCY POSITIVE(+) TERMINAL LOW FREQUENCY POSITIVE(+) TERMINAL Fig 3: Single Wire Mode TO RIGHT SPEAKER + L + R POWER AMPLIFIER LINKS IN PLACE 9
Fig 4: Bi-Wire Mode TO RIGHT SPEAKER + L + R POWER AMPLIFIER LINKS REMOVED Fig 5: Bi-Amp Mode TO RIGHT SPEAKER + + L R HIGH FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER LOW FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER L R + + - SPEAKER TO RIGHT LINKS REMOVED 10
Fig 6: Terminal Panel - Sensys DC Models HIGH FREQUENCY HIGH FREQUENCY NEGATIVE(-) TERMINAL POSITIVE(+) TERMINAL LOW FREQUENCY LOW FREQUENCY NEGATIVE(-) TERMINAL POSITIVE(+) TERMINAL 'EARTH' OR 'GROUND' TERMINAL Fig 7: Single Wire Mode - Sensys DC Models TO RIGHT SPEAKER + L + R POWER AMPLIFIER LINKS IN PLACE TO 'GROUND' OR 'EARTH' CONNECTION ON AMPLIFIER (OPTIONAL) 11
Fig 8: Bi-Wire Mode - Sensys DC Models TO RIGHT SPEAKER + LINKS REMOVED TO 'GROUND' OR 'EARTH' CONNECTION ON AMPLIFIER (OPTIONAL) L + R POWER AMPLIFIER Fig 9: Bi-Amp Mode - Sensys DC Models TO RIGHT SPEAKER + + L R HIGH FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER LOW FREQUENCY POWER AMPLIFIER L R + + - TO 'GROUND' OR 'EARTH' CONNECTION ON AMPLIFIER (OPTIONAL) LINKS REMOVED 12 SPEAKER TO RIGHT
Fig 10: Recommended positioning - stereo pair 0.5 METRES OR MORE 1.5 TO 4.5 METRES 1 METRE OR MORE Fig 11: Recommended positioning - home cinema 1.0 METRE OR MORE REAR 1.5 TO 4.5 METRES SUB 0.
Fig 12: Tweeter fitting on Sensys DC models Fig 13: Location of threaded insert for Omnimount™ type wall brackets MOUNTING PLATE OF OMNIMOUNT™ BRACKET 14
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Recommended amplifier power- Watts RMS Continuous power handling - Watts RMS Peak power handling - Watts Sensitivity (2.
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