TANNOY AMS Series 8 Inch Dual Concentric Surface-Mount Loudspeaker User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- TANNOY
Table of Contents
TANNOY AMS Series 8 Inch Dual Concentric Surface-Mount Loudspeaker User
Guide
Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
DO NOT OPEN!
**** Terminals marked with this symbol carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of electric shock. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with ¼” TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other installation or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure – voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top cover (or the rear
section). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel.
Caution
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to
rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing
liquids and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
Caution
These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To
reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the operation instructions. Repairs have to be performed by
qualified service personnel.
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Read these instructions.
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Keep these instructions.
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Heed all warnings.
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Follow all instructions.
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Do not use this apparatus near water.
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Clean only with dry cloth.
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Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
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Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
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Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
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Correct disposal of this product: This symbol indicates that this product must not be disposed of with household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be taken to a collection center licensed for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). The mishandling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the efficient use of natural resources. For more information about where you can take your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, or your household waste collection service.
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Do not install in a confined space, such as a book case or similar unit.
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Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
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Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a battery collection point.
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Use this apparatus in tropical and/or moderate climates.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this new AMS Series product. Designed for both speech and music program material, the Tannoy AMS range provides exceptional sonic quality and long-term reliability in all surface mount applications. The AMS range offers five models: three featuring a new generation of Dual Concentric drivers and two with an improved version of Tannoy’s ICT technology. All new drivers have 16 ohm nominal impedance for optimized use with Lab.gruppen amplifiers. Other features include IP65 rating for outdoor use, hightemperature molded cabinets and custom color options. All AMS loudspeakers include a built-in line transformer.
Because all AMS models are true point-source loudspeakers, they may be mounted horizontally or vertically without affecting performance. All models include a standard mounting yoke; a multi-angle VariBall accessory bracket is available as an option.
Safety Notices
Installation Safety Notice
- The user is responsible for fixing the hardware to the surface to ensure safe operation. The fixings must support the weight of the product. Please consult the manual’s specification page for the appropriate weights. Please consult the relevant construction codes in your region for further information on suitable hardware fixing methods.
- Some regional construction codes require the use of a secondary method of securing loudspeakers to surfaces to provide security of a back-up support. A secondary support line should be attached from the safety loop on the rear of the product to a source point on the wall. Please consult the relevant construction codes in your region.
- Tannoy will not be held accountable for any damage caused by incorrect installation.
Electrical Safety Notice: To comply with the standard UL1480, metal-clad flexible conduit (BX) is required for connection to the terminal block for proper earth grounding.
Safety Note: In order to comply with the relevant fire safety regulations (i.e. BS 5839:1998), it is required that in the event of fire, that failure of the circuit to which the loudspeaker is connected does not occur before evacuation of the building is complete. Suitable measures include:
- Use of terminal blocks (for connection to primary) with a melting point of not less than 650°C, for example constructed from ceramic materials;
- Use of terminal blocks of a lower melting point but protected with thermal insulation;
- Use of terminal blocks such that, on melting, an open-circuit or a short circuit does not occur.
Unpacking
Every Tannoy product is carefully inspected before shipment. After unpacking, please inspect your product to ensure no damage has occurred in transit. In the unlikely event of damage, please notify your dealer and retain all shipping materials as your dealer may require return shipment.
Installation
Installation using included yoke bracket
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Fix the yoke bracket to an appropriate structural surface using a suitable fixing method.
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Remove the yoke trims from the product to access the bracket fixing points.
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Set the transformer tap as detailed in Chapter 5.
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For indoor installation (proceed to step 5 for outdoor installation): Connect the euro-style plug to the wires, observing correct polarity. Use pins 1(+) and 2 (–) for connection of the loudspeaker. Use pins 3 (–) and 4 (+) for connection of additional loudspeakers in a distributed line.
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For outdoor installation: Feed the loudspeaker wire(s) through the opening in the neck of the cable entry cover included with the product. Connect the euro-style plug to the wires, observing correct polarity. Use pins 1(+) and 2 (–) for connection of the loudspeaker. Use pins 3 (–) and 4 (+) for connection of additional loudspeakers in a distributed line.
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Place the loudspeaker inside the yoke bracket. Position buffers between bracket and loudspeaker as shown. Attach with supplied fixings using a 5 mm Allen key. Use the longer hex screws supplied when mounting the yoke bracket.
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Connect the euro plug to the loudspeaker. For outdoor installation, attach the cable entry cover using a 3 mm Allen key and the included screws. Orient the cover plate so that the neck opening is facing downward to minimise entry of moisture or particulates.
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Connect a secondary support line to the safety tab at the rear of the cabinet.
Optional multi-angle VariBall bracket
The optional multi-angle accessory bracket utilises a ball-in-socket design to enable free orientation of the loudspeaker at any angle on either the horizontal or vertical axis. If desired, the loudspeaker orientation can be easily changed within minutes. Download the AMS VariBall accessory bracket documentation for more details.
Setting transformer taps
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The rotary transformer tapping switch is located directly above the wiring connector.
CAUTION: THE LOUDSPEAKER IS SUPPLIED WITH THE TAP SWITCH IN LOW IMPEDANCE MODE. NEVER CONNECT THE LOUDSPEAKER TO A 70/100 V AMPLIFIER OUTPUT WHILE SWITCHED TO LOW IMPEDANCE MODE. -
Set the rotary switch to the appropriate position for low impedance operation or for use in 70/100 V distributed systems.
Models with 5-inch drivers are fitted with 30 W transformers. In distributed line applications, the transformer can be tapped at 30 W, 15 W and 7.5 W, with an additional 3.75 W tap for 70 V line systems.
Models with 6-inch and 8-inch drivers are fitted with 60W transformers. In distributed line applications, the transformer can be tapped at 60 W, 30 W and 15 W, with an additional 7.5 W tap for 70 V line systems.
Product Dimensions
Specifications
System
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AMS 8DC
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Performance
Frequency response (-3 dB) (1)| 65 Hz – 30 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB) (1)| 53 Hz – 40 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W @ 1m) a)| 92 dB (1 W = 4 Vfor 16 ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle| 90 degrees conical
Power Handling (3)
Average| 90 W
Programme| 180 W
Peak| 360 W
Recommended Amplifier Power| 180 W @ 16 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z)| 16 ohms
Rated Maximum SPL
Average| 111 dB
Peak| 117 dB
Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70V| 60 W / 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
100 V| 60 W / 30 W / 15 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
Transducers
Dual Concentric point source driver| 1x 200 mm (8.00″) Dual Concentric driver,
using Omnimagnel technology
Low Frequency| 44 mm (1.75″) voice coil, treated multi fibre paper pulp cone
High Frequency Physical Enclosure| 25 mm (1.00″) PEI dome ABS
Grille| Steel, plated and painted
Connectors| Removable locking connector with screw terminals
Transformer setting| Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D)| 409.8 x 260.0 x 306.3 mm (16.13 x 10.24 x 12.06″)
Net Weight (ea)| 7.8 kg (17.20 Ibs)
Shipped weight| 8.8 kg (19.40 Ibs)
Included Accessories| Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity| 2
System| AMS 6DC| AMS 6ICT| AMS 61CT L5
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Performance
Frequency response (-3 dB) (1)| 75 Hz – 30 kHz| 75 Hz – 22 kHz| 75 Hz – 30 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB)(1)| 55 Hz – 40 kHz| 55 Hz –| 30 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W @ 1m) (2′| 89 dB (1 W= 4 Vfor 16 ohms)| 90 dB (1 W = 4
V for 16 ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle| | 90 degrees conical
Power Handling (3)| |
Average| 80 W| 60 W
Programme| 160 W| 120 W
Peak| 320 W| 240 W
Recommended Amplifier Power| 160 W @ 16 ohms| 120 W @ 16 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z)| | 16 ohms
Rated Maximum SPL| |
Average| | 108 dB
Peak| | 114dB
Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70 V| 60 W / 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
100 V| 60 W / 30 W / 15 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
Transducers| |
Dual Concentric point source driver| 1x 165 mm (6.50″) Dual
Concentric driver, using
Omnimagnet technology|
Low Frequency| 44 mm (1.75″) voice coil,
treated multi fibre paper
pulp cone| 1 x 165 mm (6.50″) treated multi fibre paper pulp cone
High Frequency| 25 mm (1.00″) PEI dome| ICT
Physical| |
Enclosure| ABS
Grille| Steel, plated and painted
Connectors| Removable locking connector with screw terminals
Transformer setting| Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D)| 364.8 x 230.0 x 268.8 mm (14.36 x 9.05 x 10.58″)
Net Weight (ea)| 6.25 kg (13.78 Ibs)| 5.25 kg (11.57 Ibs)| 5.4 kg (11.90 Ibs)
Shipped weight| 7.1 kg (15.6 Ibs)| 6.1 kg (13.4 Ibs)| 6.25 kg (13.77 Ibs)
Included Accessories| Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity| 2
System| AMS SDC| AMS 5ICT AMS 5ICT LS
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Performance| |
Frequency response (-3 dB) (1)| 90 Hz – 30 kHz| 90 Hz- 22 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB) (1)| 80 Hz – 40 kHz| 80 Hz- 30 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W@ 1m)(2)| 87 dB (1 W= 4V for 16 Ohms)| 88 dB (1 W= 4
Vfor 16 Ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle| | 90 degrees conical
Power Handling(;)| |
Average| 60 W| 50 W
Programme| 120W| 100W
Peak| 240 W| 200 W
Recommended Amplifier Power| 120 W @ 16 ohms| 100 W@ 16 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z)| | 16 ohms
Rated Maximum SPL| |
Average| | 105 dB
Peak| | 111dB
Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)|
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LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description, photograph, or statement contained herein. Technical specifications, appearances and other information are subject to change without notice.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions and additional information regarding Music Tribe’s Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at musictribe.com/warranty.
Zhongshan Eurotec
Electronics Limited
No. 10 Wanmei Road, South China
Modern Chinese Medicine Park,
Nanlang Town, 528451, Zhongshan
City, Guangdong Province, China
Other important information
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Malfunction. Should your
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Power Connections.
Before plugging the unit into a power socket, please make sure you are using the correct mains voltage for your particular model. Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same type and rating without exception.
