In-Stair Speaker
is52 In-Stair Speaker
O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
O W N E R ’ S
M A N U A L
CONTENTS
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
6.0 CONNECTIONS
6.1 Wire Runs
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2.0 WARNINGS
6.2 Polarity
2.1 Important Safety Instructions
7.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING
8.0 WARRANTY
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3.0 PRODUCT INDENTIFICATION
4.0 UNPACKING
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9.0 TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
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5.0 INSTALLATION
5.1 Installation with back can
10.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
11.0 DECLERATION OF CONFORMITY
5.2 Installation without back can
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting Tannoy loudspeakers. Developed by our dedicated team of design engineers, they are the choice of discriminating music
and movie lovers the world over. Excellence is designed into our loudspeakers and electronics from the start. Careful selection of the very best
components combined with strict quality control procedures during the production process ensures this level of excellence is maintained. We feel
confident that you will enjoy your new Tannoy loudspeakers/electronics for many years to come.
Please take time to read the rest of this owner’s guide before using your loudspeakers/electronics to gain maximum effect from their use. Once
you have installed your new loudspeakers/electronics please complete and return the registration document – this does not limit your legal rights.
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2.0 WARNINGS
2.1 Important Safety Instructions
Before using your is52 instair loudspeaker, be sure to carefully read the applicable items of these operating instructions and the safety suggestions.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• The installer is responsible for the correct installation of the loudspeaker and back can. Please consult the relevant construction codes
in your region for further information on suitable installation methods.
• Tannoy will not be held accountable for any damage caused by incorrect installation.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
3.0 PRODUCT / ACCESSORY IDENTIFICATION
FRONT
REAR
Bracket for attachment to back can
2 x Woofers
Tweeter
2 x Neutrik™ Speakon sockets (NL4MP)
Accessories
6 x entry points for cable conduit
4 x loudspeaker bracket fixing points
6 x water tight grommets for back can
Grille
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4.0 UNPACKING
Carefully open the shipping carton and check for any noticeable damage. Every Tannoy is52 is tested and inspected before leaving the factory
and should arrive in perfect condition. If found to be damaged, notify the shipping company immediately. Only the consignee may institute a claim
with the carrier for damage incurred during shipping. Be sure to save the carton and packing materials for the carriers inspection.
It is also advisable to save the carton and packing material, even if the speaker is undamaged. Should you ever need to ship the loudspeaker,
always use original packaging.
5.0 INSTALLATION
5.1 Installation with back can
1.
Lay the loudspeaker cable from the amplifier to the cavity where the loudspeaker will be installed.
2.
Thread the cable or conduit through the appropriate entry point on the back can. There are six entry points to
choose from.
3.
4.
5.
Plug the remaining entry points with the supplied grommets to ensure that the back can is water tight. The
grommets need to be hammered into the back can.
SAFETY NOTE: If the back can is being installed into a concrete cavity, it is the responsibility of the
installer to follow the relevant safety precautions.
Terminate and connect the loudspeaker. Go to section 6.0 Connections for wiring and connection instructions,
then return to point 6 below.
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7.
8.
Place the back can into the cavity.
Affix the loudspeaker to the back can using the supplied fittings. See fig 1.
Attach the grille using supplied fittings. See fig 2.
IMPORTANT care must be taken not to over tighten the screws, as the grille is mounted on rubber spacers.
fig 1.
fig 2.
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5.0 INSTALLATION
5.2 Installation without back can
1.
Lay the loudspeaker cable from the amplifier to the cavity where the loudspeaker will be installed.
2.
Terminate and connect the loudspeaker. Go to section 6.0 Connections for wiring and connection instructions,
then return to point 3 below.
3.
Place the loudspeaker into the stair cavity and attach the loudspeaker brackets to the surface using the
appropriate fittings. See fig 3.
IMPORTANT care must be taken not to over tighten the screws, as the grille is mounted on rubber spacers.
fig 3.
6.0 CONNECTIONS
6.1 Wire Runs
The is52 is fitted with two 4-pole Neutrik™ Speakon sockets (NL4MP) for connection to the amplifier. These NL4 sockets are paralleled within
the enclosure. See fig 4.
Caution: Do not attempt to connect the speakers to any source or amplifier that is turned on. Be sure the source or amplifier is off prior to connecting
the speakers.
Parallel or series wiring is commonly acceptable for the is52 speaker to gain correct amplifier loading.
Avoid series wiring your is52 speakers with any other speaker type or brand.
fig 4.
6.2 Polarity
For a typical audio installation, all speakers in a system will be connected with the same respective polarity.
Tannoy has adopted the conventional wiring standard for the is52 loudspeaker:
PIN 1+ is positive
PIN 1- is negative
Polarity - Speaker wires are marked for polarity consistency so that you can determine the positive and negative identity of the individual wires
within the molded pair insulation. Polarity shown by either a color stripe on the insulation, by ridges molded into one side of the insulation, the
color of the insulation case around the wire or by the color type or colors of the wires/wire itself (copper or silver).
Important: In order to maintain correct polarity, always connect speaker wire using the positive (+) terminal on the amplifier to the positive (+)
wire and the negative (-) terminal on the amplifier to the negative (-) wire.
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7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
Distorted or unnatural sound can indicate poor connections, defective electronics, damaged source material or speaker failure. If only one of your
speakers has poor sound quality, check the speaker wire and audio connections.
If you hear obvious distortion from the speakers Immediately lower the volume level of your amplifier. Those sounds often indicate that either
the amplifier or the speaker is being over driven and damage can result in playing your source material at high volume levels for prolonged periods
of time. You should also avoid using extreme amounts of equalization.
8.0 WARRANTY
All of our products have been produced and tested with care and precision to give first-class service.
All passive components are guaranteed for a period of five years from the date of purchase from an authorized Tannoy dealer subject to the
absence of evidence of misuse, overload or accidental damage.
All active and electronic components are guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of purchase from an authorized Tannoy dealer subject
to the absence of, or evidence of, misuse, overload or accidental damage.
If at any time during this warranty period the equipment proves to be defective for any reason other than accident, misuse, neglect, unauthorized
modification or fair wear and tear, we will repair any such manufacturing defect or, at our option, replace it without charge for labour, parts or return
carriage.
If you suspect a problem with a Tannoy product then, in the first instance, discuss it with your Tannoy dealer. If you require further assistance then
we ask that you deal directly with your local Tannoy distributor.
For spares and service in NORTH AMERICA only:
Contact: Customer Service Manager
Telephone: 519.745.1158
DO NOT SHIP ANY PRODUCT TO TANNOY WITHOUT PREVIOUS AUTHORIZATION
For spares and service OUTSIDE of NORTH AMERICA only:
Contact: Customer Service Manager
Telephone: +44 (0) 1236 420199
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9.0 TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
is52
146.0
[5.75"]
432.0
[17.01"]
10.6
[0.42"]
247.5
[9.74"]
413.0
57.0
[16.26"]
[2.24"]
130.0
[5.12"]
75.0
[2.95"]
365.0
[14.37"]
is52 Back Can
428.2
[16.86"]
400.0
[15.75"]
143.2
[5.64"]
57.0 155.2
[2.24"][6.11"]
336.5
[13.25"]
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10.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
is52
System
is52
Frequency response (-3dB) (1)
Frequency range (-10dB) (1)
System sensitivity (1W@1m) (2)
Dispersion (-6dB)
90Hz - 25kHz
67Hz - 30kHz
88dB (1W = 2.45V for 6Ω)
120˚ horizontal, 90˚ vertical
1.77, 2.27kHz
Crossover
Directivity factor (Q)
Directivity index (DI)
5.3 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz
6.8 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz
Rated maxim SPL (2)
Average
109dB
115dB
Peak
Power Handling
Average
120W
240W
480W
Program
Peak
Recommended amplifier power
Nominal impedance
240W @ 6Ω
6Ω
Distortion
10% full power (5.5V)
250Hz
3rd harmonic
2nd harmonic
is52 Back Can & Grille
0.26%
0.19%
0.35%
2.00%
0.53%
2.5%
1kHz
10kHz
1% power (2.83V)
250Hz
3rd harmonic
0.09%
2nd harmonic
0.65%
1kHz
0.11%
0.144%
10kHz
0.298%
0.52%
Transducer
Low frequency
High frequency
2 x 100mm (4”)
2 x 25mm (1”) 25 micron titanium dome
neodymium magnet system
Physical
Enclosure
7.5 liter birch plywood front:18mm
sides: 15mm all others: 12mm
Grille Material
Powder coated steel grille
(reticulated foam behind)
Finish
Textured black paint
Connection
Fittings
2 x speakon NL4MP in/out
Mounting bracket supplied
Dimensions
(H x W x D)
432mm x 146mm x 258.1mm
17.01” x 5.75” x 10.2”
Notes:
(1)
Unweighted pink noise input measured at 1m in an anechoic chamber
(2)
Averaged over stated bandwidth, measured at 1m on axis
Net Weight (ea)
6.5kg
A full range of measurements, performance data and Ease™ data can be downloaded from
14.3lbs
www.tannoy.com.
Shipping Weight (ea)
8kg
Tannoy operates a policy of continuous research and development. The introduction of new materials
or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the published specifications, which Tannoy
reserves the right to alter without prior notice..
17.6lbs
Ordering Information
Gross Weight
8kgs (17.6lbs)
Gross Depth
335mm (10.2”)
Gross Width
500mm (5.75”)
Gross Height
230mm (17.01”)
Item number
6481 0501
Item name
is52
Packaging Quantity
1
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11.0 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following apparatus is manufactured in the UK at Tannoy Ltd of Rosehall Industrial Estate, Coatbridge, Scotland, ML5 4TF
and conform(s) to the protection requirements of the European Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards and Directives
relevant to Domestic Electrical Equipment. The apparatus is designed and constructed such that electromagnetic
disturbances generated do not exceed levels allowing radio and telecommunications equipment and other apparatus to
operate as intended, and, the apparatus has an adequate level of intrinsic immunity to electromagnetic disturbance to enable
operation as specified and intended.
Details of the Apparatus:
Tannoy Contractor Loudspeaker
Model Number: is52
EMCi6
Associated Technical File:
Applicable Standards:
EN 50081-1 Emission
EN 50082-1 Immunity
Signed:
Position:
Date:
Director of Engineering (Professional)
07th Feb. 07
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Tannoy Deutschland
Tannoy France
T: 00 1 (519) 745 1158
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Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change.
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