Kramer Tavor 8-T User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONIC S LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

Tavor 8-T

Active Ceiling Speaker

P/N: 2900-300343 Rev 4

Tavor 8-T – Contents

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Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 3

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 Defining the Tavor 8-T 6

4 Installing the Tavor 8-T 8

4.1 Choosing the Best Location 8

4.2 Determining the Location of the Tavor 8-T 9

4.3 Preparing the Tavor 8-T for Operation 10

4.4 Installing the Tile Size Speaker 11

5 Technical Specifications 13

Figures

Figure 1: Tile Size ESD Ceiling Speaker (that fits into the ceiling) 5
Figure 2: Tavor 8-T 6
Figure 3: Tavor 8-T Side View 7
Figure 4: Tavor 8-T vs. Standard Speakers 9
Figure 5: Connecting the Inputs 10
Figure 6: Fitting the Tile Size Speaker 11
Figure 7: Securing the Speaker to a Ceiling Anchor Point 12

Tavor 8-T - Introduction

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ESD™ (Equal Sound Dispersion) Ceiling Speakers are designed for
indoor dry locations and are suitable for use in air handling spaces.

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1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded
most of our line, making the best even better!

Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5:
Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:
Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9:
Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and
GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer Tavor 8-T Active Ceiling Speaker,
which is ideal for overhead distributed audio for professional applications (music
and speech) and educational applications.

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Tavor 8-T - Getting Started

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/Tavor 8-T to check for up-to-date
user manuals.

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

Do not open the housing of the speaker; doing so may reduce the
quality of the sound.

UL2043 – Fire Test for Heat and Visible Smoke Release for
Discrete Products and their Accessories Installed in Air-Handling
Spaces.

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2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

 Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging

materials for possible future shipment

 Review the contents of this user manual

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

 Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)

 Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

 Position your Kramer Tavor 8-T away from moisture, excessive sunlight and

dust

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Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing

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2.2 Safety Instructions

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country
go to our recycling pages at www.kramerav.com/support/recycling.

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Tavor 8-T - Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer Tavor 8-T Active Ceiling Speaker is an active high-performance
complete K-overage™ ESD ceiling speaker that can be mounted in the ceiling and
appears as a suspended ceiling tile. The Tavor 8-T accepts 3 line-level stereo
inputs and amplifies them using a built-in amplifier. Each audio input level can be
adjusted independently and the overall volume can be adjusted via the master
volume trimmer.

The Tavor 8-T is constructed with a central Kevlar(R) driver and four titanium
pivoting tweeters and is housed in an enclosed shallow enclosure.

The Kramer Tavor 8-T provides unmatched sound response in a suspended
ceiling device for the professional and educational markets. This means that you
get the sound you need but with one speaker that replaces multiple standard
speakers.

The ESD ceiling speaker features:

 A built-in 40W class D amplifier
 An 8” Kevlar(R) cone woofer
 4 pivoting 0.75” titanium tweeters
 A shallow 4-inch depth (approx. 100mm)
 Excellent natural frequency response for music and high−quality voice

reproduction

 A magnet held speaker grille (with 2 security screws) for time-saving

installation

 A plastic ring to secure the wires to the speaker

Tavor 8-T - Overview

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Figure 1: Tile Size ESD Ceiling Speaker (that fits into the ceiling)

The speaker is easily installed and is also available with a 60 X 60cm grille for the
US and other markets, if required.

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Tavor 8-T - Overview

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Feature

Function

1

Speaker Tile Base

Half-tile size or tile size

2

Anchor Ring

Secure the speaker to the ceiling anchoring point

3

Speaker Steel Enclosure

Shallow fireproof enclosure

4

Control Panel

See Figure 3

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Tweeters (4)

Pivoting titanium

6

Woofer

Kevlar(R) surrounded by rubber

3.1 Defining the Tavor 8-T

Figure 2 defines the Tavor 8-T:

Figure 2: Tavor 8-T

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Feature

Function

1

INPUTS L,G,R Terminal Block
Connectors (1 to 3)

Connect an audio source to the unbalanced stereo
audio input

2

LEVEL Trimmers

Set the audio level on each input individually using
a small screwdriver

3

MASTER VOLUME Trimmer

Set the audio level of the overall sound using a
small screwdriver

4

POWER

24V to power the built in amplifier. Connect to the
supplied power adapter

Figure 3 defines the Tavor 8-T side view:

Figure 3: Tavor 8-T Side View

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Tavor 8-T - Installing the Tavor 8-T

4 Installing the Tavor 8-T

This section explains how to install the Tavor 8-T, that is:

 Choosing the best place to locate your speaker (see Section 4.1)
 Determining the location of the speaker (see Section 4.2)
 Preparing the speaker for operation (see Section 4.3)
 Installing the tile size speaker (see Section 4.4)

4.1 Choosing the Best Location

Ideally, locate the speakers above the main listening area. Before doing so, be
sure that:

 The desired location is free of obstructions, such as electrical piping,

AC ducts or water lines, and so on

 There is enough space behind the mounting surface for the speaker
 The rear side of the speaker is not blocked by wall studs or other objects

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4.2 Determining the Location of the Tavor 8-T

When installed in a room with a standard ceiling height of 2.7m (8.8 feet), the
optimal distance between speakers is about 10 meters. The speaker should be
installed lengthwise relative to the shape of the room. The example in Figure 4
shows the Tavor 8-T installed in a 10m x 5m room.

This example also shows how the Tavor 8-T can actually replace several standard
speakers in a room.

Figure 4: Tavor 8-T vs. Standard Speakers

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4.3 Preparing the Tavor 8-T for Operation

Once the location of the speaker is fixed, prepare the speaker for operation as
follows:

1. Move each of the pivoting tweeters outward in an angle that is suited to the
room shape and size.

2. Run the wires through the ceiling.

3. Remove the ceiling tile at the place where you plan to install the speaker.

4. Connect the input wires to the speaker terminals (see Figure 5) from the
adjacent ceiling tile opening as follows:

 Connect the inputs as illustrated in the example in Figure 5 (for

example, a DVD player and two CD players). Connect the audio output
terminals to the L, G and R INPUT terminal block connectors.
Note: Do not ground the speakers.

Figure 5: Connecting the Inputs

 Connect the 24V DC power adapter to the Tavor 8-T power socket and

to the mains electricity.

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5. Set the audio level independently per input and, if required, set the overall
audio level via the MASTER VOLUME trimmer.

6. Place the speaker temporarily in place, and test the audio quality.

7. If you are not satisfied, change the position of the tweeters, set the audio
levels and check the audio quality again until you are happy with the results.

8. Fit the speaker grille over the speaker underside and tighten with screws.

To install the tile size speaker, see Section 4.4.

4.4 Installing the Tile Size Speaker

1. Drop the speaker into the ceiling tile space.
Make sure that you position the speaker lengthwise relative to the room
shape (see Figure 6).

Figure 6: Fitting the Tile Size Speaker

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Do not over-tighten the screws. It may cause damage to both the
speakers and the surface.

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2. Secure the speaker by connecting the speaker support ring to an
independent secure ceiling anchor point (see Figure 7) as appropriate.

The anchor prevents the speaker from falling if the tile itself comes out or falls apart.

Figure 7: Securing the Speaker to a Ceiling Anchor Point

Tavor 8-T - Technical Specifications

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Audio and Power

DESCRIPTION:

Active flat ceiling speaker

FREQUENCY RESPONSE:

65Hz to 20kHz @ -10dB
80Hz to 20kHz @ ±3dB

WOOFER:

8” (200mm) Kevlar(R) cone with rubber surround

TWEETER:

4 X 0.75" Titanium pivoting tweeters

SENSITIVITY:

87dB 1W @1m

MAX SPL:

Continuous: 102dB
Peak: 105dB

POWER HANDLING:

40W RMS
110W continuous program

CROSSOVER FREQUENCY:

2kHz

DIRECTIVITY FACTOR (Q):

9.43, averaged 1kHz to 10kHz

DIRECTIVITY INDEX (DI)

9.5dB averaged 1kHz to 10kHz

INPUT CONNECTORS:

Terminal block connectors

CONTROLS:

3 independent input level trimmer, 1 master volume trimmer

Shipping and Installation

MATERIALS:

Frame, steel grilles (595x595mm, 600x600mm), cable holder

DIMENSIONS:

60cm x 60cm x 10cm (tile size)

59.5cm x 59.5cm x 10cm (tile size) for any region with
suspended ceiling tiles of 595mm

OPERATING TEMPERATURE:

0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)

STORAGE TEMPERATURE:

-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)

HUMIDITY:

10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing

WEIGHT:

8.8 kg (19.3lbs) approx.

SHIPPING WEIGHT:

10.5 kg (27.1lbs) approx.

ACCESSORIES:

24V DC power adapter, 2 available grilles (595x595mm,
600x600mm)

COLORS:

Available in white

Specifications are within a 10% tolerance and are subject to change without notice at

www.KramerAV.com

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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors,
visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found.

We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback.

Web site: www.KramerAV.com
E-mail: [e-mail]

SAFETY WARNING

Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before opening and servicing

P/N:

29 00- 3003 43

Rev:

4

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