TANNOY PCI 7DC RB Premium 7 Inch Dual Concentric In-Ceiling Loudspeaker User Guide

: June 6, 2024
: TANNOY

Table of Contents

Introduction
Unpacking
Safety Notices
Product Feature Identification
PCI 7DC RB Installation Guide
Dimensions
Specifications
Other important information
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Quick Start Guide

PCI 7DC RB
Premium 7″ Dual Concentric In-Ceiling Loudspeaker for Installation Applications
BACK CAN PCI 7DC RB
Back Can Kit for PCI 7DC RB In-Ceiling Loudspeakers

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN!

Terminals marked with this symbol carry an electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with ¼” TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other installation or modifications 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.

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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 is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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.
The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
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.
Do not install in a confined space, such as a bookcase or similar unit.
Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed of at a battery collection point.
This apparatus may be used in tropical and moderate climates up to 45°C.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any person who relies either wholly on 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, 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 premium Dual Concentric Loudspeaker for Installation Applications. Tannoy in-ceiling speaker systems are monitor- quality speaker systems based on the company’s expertise in the manufacture of premium quality cabinet loudspeakers and studio monitors. Exclusive drive unit designs and wide bandwidth technology ensure that these loudspeakers deliver the performance that is essential for applications such as multi-room distributed audio installations, home theatre systems, and discrete audio systems, as well as in the many other applications where space is at a premium but the ultimate sound quality is still paramount. The speaker construction is based around a rigid molded ABS baffle with excellent structural integrity; this, when combined with the secure polycarbonate clamp mounting system (patent applied for: 0316892.9), ensures a performance-enhancing rigid acoustic coupling with the wall surface, and an immensely stable platform for the drivers to deliver optimum performance. Complementing any style of decor, the perforated metal grille, and low-profile mounting frame can be painted to blend in seamlessly with the domestic environment. The result is a system offering audiophile quality sound with minimal invasion of the living space.

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 a return shipment.

Safety Notices

Tannoy will not be held responsible for any damages caused by the improper installation of these loudspeakers.

Product Feature Identification

PCI 7DC RB
Loudspeaker Assembly

Back Can Assembly

Grille

Paint Mask

PCI 7DC RB Installation Guide

PCI 7DC RB Back Can Installation
WARNING: This procedure requires the use of an assistant, and the use of personal protection equipment, such as safety glasses and gloves.
WARNING: To avoid potential damage to your loudspeaker, ensure that the power amplifier is switched OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting any cables.
WARNING: Make sure that there are no power lines, other cables, or plumbing such as water, sewer, gas lines in the chosen location.
The procedure below describes the installation of the back can into a typical
2″ x 8″ joist ceiling with 16″ centers, with drywall/plasterboard not yet installed.
After the back can and drywall is installed, the PCI 7DC RB loudspeaker can be wired and installed, and the paint mask added for painting and finishing.

Procedure

Follow the procedure steps below in the order in which they are presented. Read all the instructions before starting.

Locate a suitable mounting position for the loudspeaker that will offer optimum acoustic performance for the listening environment and audio system, and that is also practical and aesthetically pleasing. The location should also allow enough room for the speaker wire to enter the back can at one end.
Position the brackets as shown in Fig. 1, making sure that the lower faces of the brackets are flush with the lower face of the ceiling joists. Secure each bracket to the ceiling joist using four screws per bracket.
With the help of an assistant, carefully lift the back can to the chosen location between the ceiling joists, and lift and slide it into place, until it is supported by the four brackets and centered between them (Fig. 2).
Secure the back can to the brackets, using four screws per bracket.

Wiring

WARNING: To avoid potential damage to your loudspeaker, ensure that the amplifier is switched OFF prior to connecting or disconnecting any cables.
WARNING: Before switching the amplifier ON, double-check that all connections are secure and that the polarity is correct.
(Note that the speaker wire connections are made to the internal terminals inside the back can.)
The screw terminals are designed to take substantial-high-quality loudspeaker cable.

Remove the cover from the back can by undoing the four screws holding it in place (Fig. 3).
Install the speaker wire in through one of the cable glands, and leave enough slack to make the connections (Fig. 3). Tighten the cable gland, and tie down the speaker cable to prevent it from moving and rattling in operation. Make sure that the speaker cable does not come into contact with nails or screws that might damage the insulation. A second cable gland is provided to allow a second speaker cable run to be installed.
Pull out the speaker cables and strip off approximately 8 mm (¼”) of the outer protective layer from each conductor.
The positive wire from your amplifier should go to one of the red (positive) terminals inside the back can (Fig.4). The negative wire from your amplifier should connect to one of the black (negative) terminals. You can use the other red and black terminals to run speaker wiring out of the other cable gland and out to another speaker.
Make sure that the speaker cables are secured so they will not move and touch the speaker cone when it is installed.

Installing the Drywall

The installation of drywall around the back can location is best done using a single large sheet centered around the back can location (Fig. 4). Use adhesive on the front face of the back can, and on the ceiling joists, and install the drywall using drywall screws approximately 8 to 10 inches apart. This will help prevent ceiling rattling and drywall movement and noises during operation. CAUTION: Make sure that no drywall screws go into the wooden case of the back can at any point.
After drywall installation, carefully cut out the hole in the drywall with a suitable handtool, using the rectangular aperture of the back can as a guide (Fig. 5). Be careful not to cut the speaker wires or any of the back can wood. Make sure the drywall aperture is no larger than the aperture of the back can. Remove any dust or debris from within the back can.
Install the back can cover using the four screws. This cover can be left in place during painting and finishing of the ceiling, and then removed when the loudspeaker assembly is ready for installation. (Painting can also be done when the loudspeaker assembly is positioned, as it is supplied with a painting mask.)

Installation into the Back Can

With the back can be installed and wired as shown in the previous pages, the loudspeaker assembly can now be installed into the ceiling and back can.

Remove the back can cover if it is in place.
With the help of an assistant, hold the speaker assembly up close to the back can aperture.
The loudspeaker has four wires and a connector attached. Securely join this to the matching connector in the center of the back can aperture.
The speaker assembly can now be connected to the back can using four screws as shown. Take care not to trap or pinch the speaker wiring, or your fingers or tie (Fig. 6).

Painting

A paint mask is supplied to protect the loudspeaker from paint, dust, and debris. It allows you to paint and finish the ceiling after the installation of the loudspeaker into the ceiling.
Press the paint mask into the loudspeaker assembly, and it will be kept in place by magnets. This is left in place while the ceiling and frame surround is painted
It is strongly recommended that the metal perforated grille be sprayed, as this will avoid clogging of the holes. If painting with a brush is the only option, then several thin coats of paint will provide a superior finish to that achieved by one applied too thickly.

Baffle Rotation

The loudspeaker baffle assembly can be rotated to alter the coverage to suit your installation. This is the equivalent of “toeing in” free-standing speakers to face your normal listening position.
Undo the four screws as shown, but just enough to allow the rotation to the desired position (Fig. 9).
Gently tighten the four screws when done, just enough to prevent movement during use. The baffle can be rotated through +/- 45 degrees.
Test the system and readjust the position if needed.

HF Switch Adjustment

The HF switch has three positions, with 0 dB being flat. Adjust as necessary to suit the room position and acoustic conditions (Fig. 10.).
Test the system and reset the switch position if needed.

Grille Installation

The grille should be carefully fitted by lining up the edges of the grille carefully with the baffle and frame inside edges (Fig. 11). To avoid indentation damage, do not press the center of the grille; apply even pressure to each corner as it is pressed firmly into position.
To remove the grille, loop an opened paper clip or a similar length of firm wire, through two holes near a corner and pull gently. The grille is intended to be a tight fit, so insert the wire at each corner in turn, pulling carefully to avoid distortion of the mesh.

System Testing

Switch on the amplifier with the volume control at its lowest setting. Select a suitable signal source and slowly turn up the volume to a low level. Check that the loudspeaker is working correctly and is in phase – if not, switch off the amplifier and recheck the connections.
Carefully check the area surrounding the installation and listen carefully to ensure that there are no buzzes or rattles that could potentially impair the enjoyment of the system. If there are, then locate and silence the causes using cable ties or suitable packing material.

Dimensions

PCI 7DC RB

PCI 7DC RB Back Can

Specifications

Performance

Other important information

Important information

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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.

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.

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