Definition Install iw60 EFX
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Tannoyadoptsa policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change DefinitionInstall iw60 EFX data file // issue 1.06 // 15.01.08
TheDefinition Install iw60 EFX is a multi purpose in wall surround / effects speaker
designedaround the unique Tannoy Dual Concentric™ drive unit. The speaker is
convenientlyconfigurable between two modes of operation: ‘Cinema Mode’, where the two
optimallyaligned 100mm (4.00”) Dual Concentric™ drivers generate a wide and even flow of
acousticenergy over a large area for a diffuse room filling ambience and the direct radiating
‘MusicMode’, where the 165mm (6.50”) constant directivity Dual Concentric™ driver
producesa more localised and focused sound, highlighting the distinct separation afforded
bymodern programme material. In Music mode the direct radiating pattern is auto switched
usinga 12V trigger.
Claimsare made that having more drivers is better. While multiple drivers are needed to
coverthe full frequency spectrum it is a fact that a discrete woofer and tweeter array will
producea large null at the crossover frequency when you move through the vertical plane.
Ina product concept such as the iw60 EFX, using three sets of discrete drivers would cause
thisnegative acoustic effect to occur three times in a single cabinet; something no amount of
DSPcould compensate for. The point source Dual Concentric™ units in the Tannoy iw60
EFXensure that no such acoustical anomalies occur.
TheDual Concentric™ is effectively two drivers properly merged into one where, unlike
ordinarydrive units, the high frequency unit is positioned on the back of the low frequency
driver.As a result they are on same axis, so ensuring that sound energy is effectively
propagatedfrom the same point and delivered through the centre of the low frequency cone
astrue point source. Such integration optimises reproduction quality by providing a constant
timedelay over the frequency spectrum, exceptional transient performance, wide dispersion
andsuperior harmonic alignment; all of which delivers to the listening position a natural,
cleanand integrated sound with greatly enhanced intelligibility, sound staging and dynamics.
Characteristicof the Dual Concentric™ design is a very wide 'sweet spot' with an
exceptionallyeven response throughout the listening area, as well as an extraordinary
transientresponse; reasons enough for this phase accurate Tannoy designed drive unit to
havebeen the choice of professional studio engineers all over the world for many years.
Theheavily braced and comprehensively damped MDF cabinet is supplied with a paintable,
flushmounting grille designed to blend seamlessly into any architectural space. A unique
isolationmounting system optimises low frequency performance by controlling unwanted
resonanceswithin the install structure. A mounting frame is available as an optional
pre-installationaccessory to fit into standard construction 2" x 4" stud walls.
Theexceptionally versatile, high power handling iw60 EFX is able to extract the full potential
ofcontemporary multi-channel soundtracks; an in wall surround / effects speaker designed
toreproduce the same bandwidth and sound pressure levels as the main speakers.
ProductDescri ption
• 165mm(6.50”) high sensitivity, point source and
constantdirectivity Dual Concentric™ drive unit
(musicmode)
• Two100mm (6.50”) Dual Concentric™ drive units in
dipoleconfiguration (cinema mode)
• Constanttime delay over the frequency spectrum
• Exceptionaltransient performance
• 90degree conical dispersion (music mode 120
degreeshorizontal by 90 degrees (cinema mode)
• Superiorharmonic alignment
• Natural,clean and integrated sound
• Enhancedintelligibility, sound staging and dynamics
• Recommendedamplifier power 100 to
200W@ 8 Ohms
• Sensitivity90dB (1W = 2.83V for 8 Ohms)
• MaximumSPL 117dB average
• Ruggedconstruction MDFclosed enclosure, internally
bracedand finished with textured black paint
• Isolationmounting system minimises energy transfer
tothe wall material
• Optionalpre-installation frame available
• Mediarooms
• Hometheatre
• Boardrooms
• Highend marine interiors
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