TANNOY AMS 8DC 8 inch Dual Concentric Surface-Mount Loudspeaker User Guide

Quick Start Guide

AMS Series
AMS 8DC
8″ Dual Concentric Surface-Mount Loudspeaker for Installation Applications
AMS 6DC, AMS 6ICT, AMS 6ICT LS
6″ Dual Concentric/ICT Surface-Mount Loudspeaker for Installation & Life Safety Installation Applications
AMS 5DC, AMS 5ICT, AMS 5ICT LS
5″ Dual Concentric/ICT Surface-Mount Loudspeaker for Installation & Life Safety Installation Applications

Terminals marked with this symbol carry an 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.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.  Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. 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 the replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. 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.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. 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.

15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

17. 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.

18. Do not install in a confined space, such as a bookcase or similar unit.

19. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

20. Please keep the environmental aspects of battery disposal in mind.
    Batteries must be disposed of at a battery collection point.

21. Use this apparatus in tropical and/or moderate climates.

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, and Coolaudio are trademarks or registered trademarks of Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. © Music Tribe Global Brands Ltd. 2018 All rights reserved.

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 an IP65 rating for outdoor use, high-temperature 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

1. 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.

2. Some regional construction codes require the use of a secondary method of securing loudspeakers to surfaces to provide security of
   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 wall. Please consult the relevant construction codes in your region.

3. Tannoy will not be held accountable for any damage caused by incorrect installation.
   Electrical Safety Notice: To comply with the standard UL1480, a 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 a fire, that failure of the circuit to which the loudspeaker is connected does not occur before the 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 a return shipment.

Installation

Installation using included yoke bracket

1. Fix the yoke bracket to an appropriate structural surface using a suitable fixing method.

2. Remove the yoke trims from the product to access the bracket fixing points.
   

3. Set the transformer tap as detailed in Chapter 5.

4. 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 the connection of additional loudspeakers in a distributed line. NOTE: Tighten pins 3 and 4 even if not used to prevent vibration of the screws.

5. 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 the connection of additional loudspeakers in a distributed line. NOTE: Tighten pins 3 and 4 even if not used to prevent vibration of the screws.

6. 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.
   

7. 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 minimize entry of moisture or particulates.

8. 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 utilizes 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 variable accessory bracket documentation for more details.

Setting transformer taps

1. 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.

2. 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

AMS 8DC

AMS 6DC

AMS 6ICT

AMS 6ICT LS

AMS 5DC

AMS 5ICT

Specifications

Performance
Frequency response (-3 dB)(1)| 65 Hz – 30 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB)(1)| 53 Hz – 40 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W @ 1m) (2)| 92 dB (1 W = 4 V for 16 ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle| 90 degrees conical
Power Handling(3)
Average| 90 W
Program| 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)
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 200 mm (8.00″) Dual Concentric driver, using Omnimagnet
technology
Low Frequency| 44 mm (1.75″ ) voice coil, treated multi fiber paper pulp cone
High Frequency| 25 mm (1.00″) PEI dome
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)| 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 lbs)
Shipped weight| 8.8 kg (19.40 lbs)
Included Accessories| Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity| 2
System| AMS ADC| AMS 61CT| AMSAICT LS
---|---|---|---
Performance
Frequency response (-3 dB) oi| 75 Hz -30 kHz| 7514z – 22 kHz| 75 Hz – 30 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB) ro| 55 Hz -40kHz| 55 Hz – 30 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W @ 1m)0| 89 dB(1W=4Vforl6ohms)| 90 dB(1W=4Vfor 16 ohms)
Horn in Coverage Angle| 90 degrees conical
Power Handling w
Average| 80 W| 60 W
Program| 160W| 120W
Peak| 320W| 240W
Recommended Amplifier Power| 160 W @ 16 ohms| 120 Writ 16 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z)| 16 ohms
Rated Maximum SPL
Average| 108 dB
Peak| 114dB
TransformerTaps (via front rotary switch)
70 V| 60W 130W 115 W / 7.5 W/ OFF & Low impedance operation
100V| 60W /30W/ 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-fiber paper
pulp cone| 1 x 165 mm (6.50″) treated multi-fiber 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)| 248.0 x 155.0 x 203.9 mm (9.77 x 6.10 x 8.03″)
Net Weight (ea)| 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs)| 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs)| 3.45 kg (7.60 lbs)
Shipped weight| 4.15 kg (9.15 lbs)| 3.95 kg (8.70 lbs)| 4.0 kg (8.82 lbs)
Included Accessories| Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity| 2

Other important information

Important information

1. Register online.
   Please register your new Music Tribe equipment right after you purchase it by visiting tannoy.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 tannoy.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 tannoy.com. Alternatively, please submit n online warranty claim at tannoy.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.

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