Tannoy 800 user manual Introduction, Operating Instructions, Unpacking and visual checks

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Tannoy System 800 Monitors.

This loudspeaker is a very compact, professional near-field reference monitor. Using an advanced Dual Concentric 8” driver, if offers the advantages of the point source operation in a very cost-effective design. The attractive octagonal shape of the cabinet with its original rounded edge corners front panel contributes to the excellent acoustic performance of the cabinet. Compared to its predecessor in the same category, this product offers extended bass capability, as well as smoother overall balance for even more transparent and fatigue-free monitoring.

Designed to be located on top of the mixing console, in a landscape format, it will equally suit other situations where it can be used in portrait mode without any drawback, thanks to its point source operation.

This manual is intended to provide the user with some useful advice on how to install and use the loudspeakers, as well as more technical information about how the system is designed, and its detailed specifications. The goal being that it will help to get the best results, those you are expecting, from this monitoring system.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking and visual checks

To get the speakers out of the carton without damage open the end flaps fully and bend them right back (remember there are packed in pairs). Turn the package upside-down on the floor and lift the carton vertically up to leave the speakers resting on their packing tray.

Inspect each speaker for signs of transit damage. In the unlikely event of this having occurred inform the carrier and the supplier. Keep all the packaging if damage has occurred as this will show evidence of excessive handling forces. It is also a good idea to keep the carton if possible for future transportation.

Preliminary recommendation

Initially we would like to give a word of warning on high sound levels, which these speakers are capable of generating over sustained periods of time. Levels over 95 dB for 8 hours per day will eventually cause permanent hearing loss. Because Tannoy Monitors have very low levels of time, amplitude and frequency distortion it is not always obvious that the sound level is high while working with them.

For continuous exposure we recommend the occasional use of a sound level meter capable of integrating the sound level over a period of exposure according to noise control standards. This should be used just to check that noise levels are always within safety limits.