QUICK SET UP
PLEASE REFER TO THE SPECIFICATION AND INSTALLATION DIAGRAM SHEET SUPPLIED WITH THIS MANUAL
1. Remove the loudspeakers from all packaging.
Fold the carton flaps right back and invert the carton and contents. Lift the carton clear of the contents.
Remove all the inner packaging from the product.(See figure 1)
It is strongly recommended that you store all the packaging to allow protected transportation in future.
2.Stand mounting or bookshelf speakers should be located securely in an appropriate position. If wall mounting any speakers, we strongly recommend that you use a bracket which will support the base of the speaker. Use of a bracket that screws directly onto the back panel of the speaker can cause too much strain to be exerted on the fixing point and the panel itself. This may cause panel detachment when in use and could present the risk of injury.
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4.To protect your speakers and amplifier from damage it is important to ensure that the
amplifier is switched OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting any cabling.
Correct polarity of the cable connections between the amplifier and speakers is essential.
(See figure 2)
For optimum performance when connecting the system in standard single wire mode to a speaker terminal panel equipped with full
The positive (plus) terminal on the amplifier left channel (marked + or coloured red) must be connected to the positive terminal on the left speaker. The left speaker is the one on the left as you look at the stereo pair from your listening position.
The negative (minus) terminal on the amplifier left channel (marked - or coloured black) must be connected to the negative terminal on the left speaker.
Repeat this connection process for the right speaker. Remember that the positive (+ or red) on the amplifier must be connected to the positive (+ or red) on the speaker and the negative (- or black) to negative.
Select a signal source, such as a CD player; switch on the amplifier and slowly turn up the volume control to check that both loudspeakers are reproducing bass and treble information.
FINE TUNING
To get best results from your new Tannoy loudspeakers it is worthwhile spending a little time finding the optimum
STAND MOUNTING AND BOOKSHELF SPEAKERS
Small speakers should not be placed directly on the floor but can be used on bookshelves or tables. However, the sound reproduction quality achieved will never be as good when not ideally positioned. Your dealer can show you a selection of purpose built stands, designed to realise the full performance potential of your loudspeakers.
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Loudspeaker stands should be rigidly built and preferably mass loaded with dry sand. The optimum listening height will be dictated by the seating in your room, usually between 300mm (12") and 600mm (24") high. Stand mounted speakers will produce their best stereo image and soundstage if you can just see the top face of the cabinet. Check the 'lift' needed to put the speakers in this position before purchasing your stands.
Refer to the paragraph headed Positioning for stand mounted speaker placement advice. (See figure 3)
FLOOR STANDING LOUDSPEAKERS
For optimum performance from
First level the spikes by eye then hand tighten the lock nuts. Rock the loudspeaker gently from side to side so that the spikes find their way through the weave of the carpet and on to the solid surface below. Once fine adjustments have been made to level the loudspeaker and ensure stability, tighten the lock nuts firmly but without using undue force.
Refer to the paragraph headed Positioning for floor standing speaker placement advice. (See figure 3)
BASS TUNING
Many Tannoy loudspeakers are also provided with a foam port damper bung inside the port tube located on the front or rear panel of the cabinet. The speakers have been designed for use in rooms with average to good acoustics without these dampers fitted, so please take them out before use.
In smaller rooms, where loudspeaker positioning is forced closer to rear or side walls, the port damper can be inserted into the reflex port. This will reduce the bass energy but
POSITIONING
Begin by angling the speakers towards your chosen listening position, usually this is on the centre line of the room, so that when seated you can just see the inner side panel of each speaker.
The front of the loudspeaker should not be obstructed in any way.
The loudspeakers should be located between 1.5 to 4.5 metres (5ft to 15ft) apart - with the listening position set slightly further away than the speakers are apart.
All models are fully shielded to eliminate colour fringing effects when placed close to televisions.
Avoid positioning the loudspeakers in corners of the room, as this will have a negative effect on performance; maintain a distance of at least 0.5 metres (20 inches) from the rear wall, and 1 metre (39 inches) from the side. (See figure 3)
BI-WIRING
Where the facility to
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