1. Introduction
Designed for a wide variety of sound reinforcement applications the Tannoy i6 AW ICT (All Weather) is an ultra compact loudspeaker system capable of delivering high sound pressure levels with extremely low distortion, resulting in outstanding clarity, definition and detail. A truly universal solution, the i6 AW ICT offers outstanding durability and resistance to scuffs and knocks. Able to deliver consistent performance under a wide range of adverse conditions the i6 AW ICT is suited to applications indoors or out, whether it be a theme bar or theme park. Available in black or white the i6 AW ICT will effectively blend into most backgrounds. Utilisation of the point source ICT Drive unit allows the i6 AW ICT to be mounted on a wall or ceiling in either horizontal or vertical orientations without affecting its performance. A range of hardware options ensures simple and effective installation. Also available with built in line transformer (i6T AW ICT).
This versatile design has addressed the two most common component failures experienced in background music and sound reinforcement system installations, namely the tweeter and the crossover. Due to the revolutionary design of the ICT™ drive unit, neither of these failures can occur, assuring you years of trouble free use. ICT™ or Inductive Coupling Technology utilises a wireless electromagnetic tweeter that does not require a crossover and cannot be burned out from heavy or abusive use. The 1” aluminium high frequency dome has a deep drawn skirt, which sits on the inside of the low frequency voice coil in the same magnetic gap. The skirt is like a single shorted turn, which is induced with high frequency information generated by the low frequency voice coil, which is fed a full bandwidth signal. The ICT™ dome is at the heart of our 6.5” transducer which utilises a moulded plastic cone and nitryl rubber surround to further enhance it’s durability and long term reliability.
For applications requiring extended low frequency enhancement, a range of Tannoy
2. Unpacking
Every Tannoy i6 AW ICT product is carefully inspected before packing. After unpacking your loudspeakers, 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.Connectors/Cabling
The i6AW ICT is fitted with two 4mm binding posts and a
The two binding post terminals are capable of accepting cables with a conductor of up to 6mm.
Red is Positive
Black is Negative
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 upto 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 have adopted the conventional wiring standard for the i6AW ICT product:
Pin 1+ is Positive
Pin 1- is Negative
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Connectors should be wired with a minimum of 2.5 sq. mm (12 gauge) cable. This will be perfectly satisfactory under normal conditions. In the case of very long cable runs the wire size should exceed this, refer to the following table for guidance:-
