Rigging & Suspension

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12.1 General Safety Advice

The Tannoy Professional hardware covered in this guide has been designed to offer quick, simple, cost effective and secure solutions for mounting specific Tannoy Professional

loudspeakers. This hardware has been designed and manufactured with a high safety load factor for its specific role. To ensure the safest possible use of the hardware covered in this guide, it must be assembled in strict accordance with the instructions specified. The information in these manuals relating to the assembly and the safe use of these accessories must be understood and followed. The installation of Tannoy Professional loudspeakers using the dedicated hardware should only ever be carried out by fully qualified installers, in accordance with all the required safety codes and standards that are applied at the place of installation.

WARNING: As the legal requirements for flying change from country to country, please consult you local safety standards office before installing any product. We also recommend that you thoroughly check any laws and bylaws prior to commencing work.

Tannoy Professional hardware has been designed for use with specific Tannoy Professional loudspeakers, and is not designed or intended for use with any other Tannoy Professional products, or any other devices. Using Tannoy Professional hardware for any purpose other than that indicated in this guide is considered to be improper use. Such use can be very dangerous as overloading, modifying, assembling in anyway other than that clearly stated in the manual, or damaging Tannoy Professional hardware will compromise safety.

The component parts of any Tannoy Professional hardware device must only be assembled using the accessory kits supplied and in strict compliance with the user manual. The use of other accessories or non-approved methods of assembly may result in an unsafe hardware system by reducing the load safety factor. Welding, or any other method of permanently fixing hardware components together or to the integral fixing points in the cabinet should never be used.

Whenever a Tannoy Professional loudspeaker is fixed to a surface using a Tannoy

Professional hardware device, the installer must ensure that the surface is capable of safely and securely supporting the load. The hardware employed must be safely, securely, and in accordance with the manual, attached both to the loudspeaker and also to the surface in question, using only the fixing holes provided as standard and covered in the manual. Secure fixings to the building structure are vital. Seek help from architects, structural engineers or other specialists if in any doubt.

All loudspeakers flown in theatres, nightclubs, conference centre or other places of work and entertainment must, be provided with an independent, correctly rated and securely attached secondary safety – in addition to the principle hardware device. This secondary safety must prevent the loudspeaker from dropping more than 150mm (6”) should the principle hardware

device fail.

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V12 HP specifications

The Tannoy V12 HP is a powerful and highly regarded loudspeaker, engineered to meet the demanding requirements of professional sound reproduction across various applications. This model is part of Tannoy's extensive range of high-performance monitoring speakers, combining innovative technologies with superior construction to deliver outstanding audio fidelity.

One of the most prominent features of the V12 HP is its dual concentric driver design, which is a hallmark of Tannoy products. The 12-inch mid-bass driver is perfectly integrated with a high-frequency compression driver, positioned at the acoustic center of the woofer. This design allows for a coherent soundfield and precise imaging, ensuring that even the most intricate musical details are clearly rendered.

The V12 HP is built with robust and durable materials, which not only enhance the speaker's longevity but also improve its acoustic performance. The cabinet is constructed from high-grade plywood and features a rugged finish that can withstand the rigors of professional use. Its curved cabinet shape helps to minimize resonance and distortion, leading to a cleaner and more accurate sound reproduction.

In terms of technology, the V12 HP incorporates a sophisticated crossover design. This ensures seamless integration between the low and high-frequency drivers while maintaining a linear frequency response. The crossover points are finely tuned to optimize performance across various sound frequencies, making the V12 HP suitable for both music production and live sound reinforcement.

The speaker's frequency response spans an impressive range, allowing it to reproduce low-end frequencies with power and clarity while delivering crisp and detailed highs. The V12 HP is capable of handling significant power, making it suitable for use in a variety of environments, from recording studios to auditoriums.

Connectivity is made convenient with balanced XLR and TRS inputs, providing compatibility with a wide range of audio equipment. The inclusion of a rear-panel EQ gives users the ability to make adjustments based on their specific acoustic environment, enabling a tailored listening experience.

In conclusion, the Tannoy V12 HP stands out as a versatile and high-quality loudspeaker that combines innovative design, robust build quality, and advanced audio technologies. Its unique features make it an invaluable tool for professional sound engineers, musicians, and audiophiles alike, ensuring it delivers exceptional performance across diverse sound applications.
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