3D Connexion V300 user manual Introduction, Unpacking, Connectors/Cabling

1. Introduction

The ultimate in sound quality for critical applications such as theatre, acoustic music venues and houses of worship. For all applications where performance is the focus and the system should be so accurate that it reinforces, but remains unobtrusive and acoustically transparent to the audience, the V300 is the natural choice. The 12” SuperDual™ ensures the most even frequency response over a wide coverage areain the medium size venues for which the Tannoy V300 is designed. In common with the rest of the V series products the V300 features a foam covered mesh grill, aesthetically essential for use in theatres and live performance applications.

The V300 comprises one 12 inch Dual Concentric driver in which the low frequency (LF) and high frequency (HF) sources are coincidentally aligned to a point source, resulting in a smooth uniform frequency response over a wide area of coverage either as a portable stand alone system or in a multi-cabinet array. The sophisticated CAD designed waveguide combines 90 degree conical dispersion and excellent acoustic impedance characteristics. As the system is a point source, clusters and arrays have minimal lobing.

The asymmetric cabinet profile allows flexible and discreet installation. As a foreground system, installation is made simple with a range of Secur-ET mounting hardware, designed specifically for the V series – or the system can be flown using the integral M10 inserts.

For portable stage use the birch ply cabinet has a recessed carrying handle on the rear of the cabinet and a blanking plate, which can be removed to install an optional pole mount. As a versatile low profile stage monitor, the conical coverage pattern gives the performer greater freedom of movement than allowed by conventional horn loaded designs. The V300 can be configured for both passive full range or biamped operation, a full description is provided later in this manual.

2.Unpacking

Every Tannoy V300 product is carefully tested and inspected before being packaged and leaving the factory. After unpacking your loudspeaker, 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.

3.1 Connectors/Cabling

The V300 is fitted with 4-pole Neutrik Speakon™ connectors. Speakon has the following advantages over EP and XLR type connectors: All terminations are solderless; this makes life easier at the time of installation or when field servicing is required. Contacts will accept 6 sq. mm wire with an outside diameter of up to 15mm and a current rating of 30 Amps. The pins of the 2 Speakon sockets identified input/output on the rear of the input panel are paralleled within the enclosure. Tannoy has adopted the conventional wiring standard for the V300 product :-

Mode Of Operation

Speakon Pin No.	Passive Full Range	Bi - Amp
1+	Full Range +	LF +
1-	Full Range -	LF -
2+	No Connectors	HF +
2-	No Connectors	HF -

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