TANNOY CVS 8 Coaxial In-Ceiling Loudspeaker User Guide

June 5, 2024
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Quick Start GuideTANNOY CVS 8 Coaxial In Ceiling
Loudspeaker

CVS 8/CVS 6/CVS 4
8/6/4″ Coaxial In-Ceiling Loudspeaker for Installation Applications
CVS 4 MICRO
4″ Coaxial In-Ceiling Loudspeaker with Shallow Back Can for Installation Applications

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. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Midas, Klark Teknik, Lab Gruppen, Lake, Tannoy, Turbosound, TC Electronic, TC Helicon, Behringer, Bugera, Oberheim, Auratone, Aston Microphones, Aston Microphones and Coolaudio are trademarks or registered trademarks of Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. © Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. 2021 All rights reserved.
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.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Tannoy Ceiling loudspeaker. This product range is suited for high-level music and speech reinforcement applications requiring
exceptional sonic quality with uncompromised reliability.

Unpacking

Every Tannoy product and accessory is carefully inspected before packing. After unpacking, please inspect your product to make sure no damage has occurred in transit. In the unlikely event of any damage, would you please notify your dealer immediately and retain your shipping carton, as your dealer may ask you to return the faulty unit to them for inspection. Each CVS loudspeaker is packed in pairs and provided with the following accessories as standard; C Ring, tile-bridge kit, grille, cut-out template, and paint mask. A plaster (mud) ring is also available as an optional extra.

Safety Notices

Some regional construction codes require the use of a secondary method of securing loudspeakers in ceiling to provide security of a backup support. A secondary support line should be attached from the safety loop on the rear of the product, to a source point on the ceiling. Please consult the relevant construction codes in your region. When using a power driver to install the product it is essential to use the correct torque level settings to avoid over tightening and damage to the ceiling material or clamps. Recommended torque setting: 1.5 Nm. Tannoy will not be held responsible for any damages caused by the improper installation of these loudspeakers. 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 (ie. 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: – a) use of terminal blocks (for connection to primary) with a melting point of not less than 650°C, for example constructed from ceramic materials; b) use of terminal blocks of a lower melting point but protected with thermal insulation; c) use of terminal blocks such that, on melting, an open-circuit or a short-circuit does not occur.

Product Feature Identification

Accessories

Standard Accessories
CVS 8 Hole Cutout Size: 320 mm
CVS 6 Hole Cutout Size: 250 mm
CVS 4 / CVS 4 MICRO Hole Cutout Size: 180 mmTANNOY CVS 8 Coaxial In Ceiling
Loudspeaker - fig 1

Installation Guide for Suspended Ceilings

  1. Remove the ceiling tile from its frame and place it on a flat surface. Mark the cut-out area on the ceiling tile by tracing around the template provided.

  2. Cut out the hole in the ceiling tile using a circular saw or pad saw.

  3. Place the C-ring and tile bridge on top of the ceiling panel, align the C-ring over the hole, and screw the C-ring to the tile bridge using the fixings provided.

  4. Slide the speaker assembly through the hole and turn the screws on the front of the speaker to extend the mounting wings. Tighten the screws until a firm grip is achieved.
    If using a power driver, Tannoy recommends a torque setting of 1.5 Nm.
    DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!

  5. Slide the tile panel back into the suspended ceiling. The tile bridge ends will catch over the railings, supporting the weight of the speaker.

  6. Connect a Secondary Support Line to safety tab. Some construction codes require use of this secondary support point, which should connect to a separate secure support point using a suitable support line. Consult construction codes in your region.

Installation Guide for SheetRock (Plasterboard) Ceilings

  1. Mark the cut-out area on the ceiling by tracing around the template provided.

  2. Cut out the hole in the ceiling using a circular saw or pad saw, then slide the C-ring into the ceiling, aligning it over the cut-out hole.

  3. Go to page 15 for wiring and set-up instructions then return to point 4 below.

  4.  Slide the speaker assembly through the hole and turn the screws to extend the mounting wings.
    Tighten the screws until a firm grip is achieved.
    If using a power driver, Tannoy recommends a torque setting of 1.5 Nm.
    DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!

  5. Connect a Secondary Support Line to safety tab. Some construction codes require use of this secondary support point, which should connect to a separate secure support point using a suitable support line. Consult construction codes in your region.

  6. Insert grille by pushing it onto the speaker.

Installation Instructions for Optional Plaster Ring
An optional plaster (mud) ring bracket is available from Tannoy. This bracket is designed to be pre-installed into newly constructed, non-suspended ceilings.

  1. Nail or screw the plaster ring to the joists.

  2.  Lay the speaker wiring to where the speaker will be fitted and complete the plastering work on the ceiling.

  3. Cut out the hole in the ceiling using a circular saw or pad saw.

  4. Go to page 15 for instructions on wiring then return to point 5 below.

  5. Slide the speaker assembly through the hole and turn the screws to extend the mounting wings.
    Tighten the screws until a firm grip is achieved.
    If using a power driver, Tannoy recommends a torque setting of 1.5 Nm.
    DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!

  6. Connect a Secondary Support Line to the safety tab. Some construction codes require use of this secondary support point, which should connect to a separate secure support point using a suitable support line. Consult construction codes in your region.

  7. Insert grille by pushing it onto the speaker.

Wiring and Setting Up

  1. Open the wiring cover at the back of the speaker can to access the Euro-type connector plug and socket.

  2. For connection to an amplifier, use pins 1 and 2:
    • Pin 1 is positive
    • Pin 2 is negative
    For connection to additional speakers in a distributed line, pins 3 and 4 are in parallel where:
    • Pin 3 is negative
    • Pin 4 is positive

  3. Close the wiring cover and tighten both screws on the cable clamp. Use the rotary switch located on the front of the unit to select whether you wish to use the speaker in a low-impedance or distributed-line application.
    THE SPEAKER IS SUPPLIED IN LOW IMPEDANCE MODE. NEVER CONNECT THE SPEAKER TO A 70/100 VOLT AMPLIFIER WHILE IT IS SET FOR LOW IMPEDANCE.

  4. The CVS 4 is fitted with a 15 W transformer. When used in distributed-line systems, the transformer can be tapped at 15 W, 7.5 W and 3.5 W, with an additional 1.9 W tapping for 70.7 V line systems.

  5. The CVS 4 is fitted with a 30 W transformer. When used in distributed-line systems, the transformer can be tapped at 30 W, 15 W and 7.5 W, with an additional 3.75 W tapping for 70.7 V line systems.

  6. The CVS 6 is fitted with a 60 W transformer. When used in distributed-line systems, the transformer can be tapped at 60 W, 30 W, and 15 W, with an additional 7.5 W tapping for 70.7 V line systems.

  7. The CVS 8 is fitted with a 60 W transformer. When used in distributed-line systems, the transformer can be tapped at 60 W, 30 W, and 15 W, with an additional 7.5 W tapping for 70.7 V line systems.

CVS 8 Dimensions
CVS 8 Hole Cutout Size: 320 mm
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CVS 6 Dimensions
CVS 6 Hole Cutout Size: 250 mm
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CVS 4 Dimensions
CVS 4 Hole Cutout Size: 180 mm
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CVS 4 MICRO Dimensions
CVS 4 MICRO Template Cutout Size: 180 mmTANNOY CVS 8 Coaxial In Ceiling
Loudspeaker - fig 16

Painting
If desired, the grille and baffle panel may be painted to match the surrounding décor. Painting the baffle:

  • Carefully mask off the driver assembly using the paint mask provided to ensure that the paint does not come into contact with the cone and roll surround

  • Apply several thin coats of paint – this will provide a better finish than one overly thick coat
    Painting the grille:

  • Carefully remove the acoustically transparent foam from the reverse side of the grille

  • Paint the grille and then replace the foam – several thin coats of paint will provide a better finish than one overly thick coat

  • Re-bond the foam to the grille over the entire area using a light spray adhesive to avoid audible resonances

Specifications

System| CVS 8| CVS 6|

CVS 4

| CVS 4 MICRO
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Frequency response (-3 dB)1| 79 Hz – 21 kHz|

79 Hz – 21 kHz

| 85 Hz – 19 kHz| 110Hz – 19kHz
Frequency response (-10 dB)1| 60 Hz – 24 kHz|

60 Hz – 24 kHz

| 77 Hz – 22 kHz| 90Hz – 22kHz
System Sensitivity (1 W @ 1 m)2| 93 dB (1 W = 2.45 V for 6 Ohms)|

91 dB (1 W = 2.45 V for 6 Ohms)

| 87 dB (1 W = 2.45 V for 6 Ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle|

90 degrees conical

| 90 degrees conical
Coverage Angle (1 kHz to 6 kHz)| 84 degrees conical|

93 degrees

| 102 degrees
Directivity Factor (Q)| 14.7 averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz|

7.7 averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz

| 5.6 averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz
Directivity Index (DI)| 11.7 averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz|

8 averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz

| 7.1 averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz
Rated Maximum SPL| 111 dB (average) 117 dB (peak)|

109 dB (average) 115 dB (peak)

| 103 dB (average) 109 dB (peak)

Power Handling3

Average Programme Peak| 60 W

120 W

240 W

| 60 W

120 W

240 W

| 40 W

80 W

160 W

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Recommended Amplifier Power| 120 W @ 6 Ohms| 120 W @ 6 Ohms| 80 W @ 6 Ohms
Nominal Impedance| 6 Ohms| 6 Ohms| 6 Ohms

Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)

Low Frequency| Coaxial 200 mm (8.00″) mineral loaded cone material| 150 mm (6.00″) mineral loaded polypropylene ICT™| 100 mm (4.00″) mineral loaded cone material
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High Frequency| 19 mm (0.75″)| 19 mm (0.75″)| 19 mm (0.75″)

Transducers

Low Frequency| Coaxial 200 mm (8.00″) mineral loaded cone material| 150 mm (6.00″) mineral loaded polypropylene ICT™| 100 mm (4.00″) mineral loaded cone material
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High Frequency| 19 mm (0.75″)| 19 mm (0.75″)| 19 mm (0.75″)

Physical
Enclosure

The back can Baffle Grille| Zinc-plated steel Reflex loaded UL 94V-0 rated ABS Steel, with a weather-resistant coating| Zinc-plated steel Reflex loaded UL 94V-0 rated ABS Steel, with a weather-resistant coating| Zinc-plated steel | Painted steel Reflex loaded UL 94V-0 rated ABS Steel, with a weather-resistant coating
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Safety Features| Safety ring located at rear of the enclosure for a load- bearing safety bond| Safety ring located at the rear of the enclosure for a load-bearing safety bond| Safety ring located at rear of the enclosure for a load-bearing safety bond
Clamping Design| Security toggle clamp| Security toggle clamp| Security toggle clamp

Back Can Options

Cable Entry Options| Cable clamp & squeeze connector for conduit up to 22 mm| Cable clamp & squeeze connector for conduit up to 22 mm| Cable clamp & squeeze connector for conduit up to 22 mm
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Connectors

| Removable locking connector with screw terminals with “loop through” facility| Removable locking connector with screw terminals with “loop through” facility|

Removable locking connector with screw terminals with “loop through” facility

Safety Agency Ratings| UL-1480, UL-2043, CE| UL-1480, UL-2043, CE| UL-1480, UL-2043, CE
Hole Cutout Diameter| 320 mm (12.60″)| 250 mm (9.84″)| 180 mm (7.08″)
Dimensions Bezel diameter| 355.6 mm (14.00″)| 279.5 mm (11.01″)| 213.0 mm (8.39″)
Front of the ceiling to rear of the back can| 251.0 mm (9.88″)| 246.5 mm (9.70″)| 98.3 mm (3.87″)| 202.5 mm (7.97″)
Front of the ceiling to top of the safety loop| 264.0 mm (10.39″)| 258.5 mm (10.18″)| 46.5mm (1.83″)| 214.9 mm (8.46″)
Net Weight (ea)| 6.6 kg (14.6 lbs)| 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs)| 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs)| 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs)
Included Accessories| C Ring, tile bridge, paint mask, cutout template, grille| C Ring, tile bridge, paint mask, cutout template, grille| C Ring, tile bridge, paint mask, cutout template, grille
Optional Accessories| Plaster (mud) ring| Plaster (mud) ring| Plaster (mud) ring

Notes

  1. Average over-stated Bandwidth. Measured in an IEC baffle in an Anechoic Chamber
  2. Unweighted Pink noise input, measured at 1 m on axis
  3. Long term power handling capacity as defined in EIA – 426B test

Other important information

Important information

  1.  Register online. Please register your new Music Tribe equipment right after you purchase it by visiting musictribe.com. Registering your purchase using our simple online form helps us to process your repair claims more quickly and efficiently. Also, read the terms and conditions of our warranty, if applicable.
  2. Malfunction. Should your Music Tribe Authorized Reseller not be located in your vicinity, you may contact the Music Tribe Authorized Fulfiller for your country listed under “Support” at musictribe.com. Should your country not be listed, please check if your problem can be dealt with by our “Online Support” which may also be found under “Support” at musictribe.com. Alternatively, please submit an online warranty claim at musictribe.com BEFORE returning the product.
  3. 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.

Hereby, Music Tribe declares that this product is in compliance with Directive
2011/65/EU and Amendment 2015/863/EU, Directive 2012/19/EU, Regulation
519/2012 REACH SVHC and Directive 1907/2006/EC, and this passive product is not applicable to EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, LV Directive 2014/35/EU.
Full text of EU DoC is available at https://community.musictribe.com/
EU Representative: Music Tribe Brands DK A/S
Address: Ib Spang Olsens Gade 17, DK – 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark

Documents / Resources

| TANNOY CVS 8 Coaxial In-Ceiling Loudspeaker [pdf] User Guide
CVS 8, CVS 6, CVS 4, Coaxial In-Ceiling Loudspeaker
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