Tannoy CMS60 TDC – 60, CMS60 TDC - 8 User Manual

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CMS60 TDC – 60 / CMS60 TDC - 8

User Manual

HOLE CUT- OUT SIZE

305mm (12”)

CONTENTS

1. Introduction

2. Unpacking

2.1 CMS60 TDC – 60 / CMS60 TDC - 8 – The Product

2.2 The C-ring

2.3 The Tile Bridge and C-ring

2.4 The Plaster ‘Mud’ Ring

3. Installation Instructions

3.1 Hole Cut Out

3.2 Connections

3.3 Installation

3.4 Speaker Assembly with C-ring

3.5 Speaker Assembly with Tile Bridge and C-ring

4. Polarity Checking

5. Amplification and Power Selection (Low Impedance Mode)

6. Voltage and Power Selection (Distributed Line Operation)

7. Equalisation

8. Dimensions

9. Performance Data

10. Technical Specifications

11. CMS60 TDC Recommended Service Parts & Accessories

12. Warranty

13. Declaration of Conformity

1. Introduction

The Tannoy CMS60 TDC – 60 / CMS60 TDC - 8 Ceiling Monitor System has been designed
for high-level music and speech reinforcement applications requiring exceptional sonic quality
with uncompromised reliability. The utmost consideration has been given to the installation
procedure to ensure that this product is quick and easy to install.

The CMS60TDC is best described as a premium quality ‘Ceiling Monitor System’; the heart of
which is the 165mm (6.5”) Tannoy proprietary Dual ConcentricTM transducer. This drive unit,
also used in Tannoy studio monitors, incorporates latest generation design features including
a dual magnet assembly, HF Tulip WaveGuideTM and injection moulded polypropylene LF
cone. The low frequency (LF) and high frequency (HF) sources are coincidentally aligned to a
point source, resulting in a smooth uniform frequency response over a wide area of coverage,
this is unachievable with discrete two-way designs in the vertical plane where massive
cancellations appear off axis at the crossover frequency.

The Tannoy proprietary Dual ConcentricTM transducer is housed in a rugged aluminium ceiling
enclosure that has been optimally tuned to achieve maximum bass response and tonal
balance. Also located in this enclosure is a Tannoy THP60 multi-tap transformer for
distributed-line operation. The transformer provides high system sensitivity, a wide bandwidth
and dynamic range, with very low insertion loss. The CMS60 TDC – 60 / CMS60 TDC - 8 can
also be used in low impedance systems with this selection being made (along with the
transformer tapping options) via a single rotary switch located on the front baffle for quick and
simple commissioning.

*No Transformer with CMS60 TDC – 8, low impedance only.

2. Unpacking

Every Tannoy CMS60 TDC – 60 / CMS60 TDC - 8 product has been carefully tested and
inspected before being packaged and leaving the factory to make sure it reaches you in
perfect condition. However, we would ask you to make sure that no damage has occurred in
transit. In the unlikely event of any damage, would you please notify your dealer immediately
and retain the carton and packing materials. Your dealer may ask you to return the damaged
unit for inspection.

The CMS60 TDC – 60 / CMS60 TDC - 8 is packed in pairs, and any additional optional extras
will be provided in separate packaging. These options include: C Ring, Tile Bridge and Plaster
Ring. The cardboard paint guard should be removed before use.

2.1 CMS60 TDC – 60 / CMS60 TDC - 8 – The Product

2.2 The C-ring (Optional)

2.3 The Tile Bridge and C-ring (Optional)

2.4 The Plaster ‘Mud’ Ring (Optional)

3. Installation Instructions

3.1 Hole Cut Out

The cutout size required is 305mm (12”)

3.2 Connections

The CMS60 TDC – 60 / CMS60 TDC - 8 is provided with a plugable European type
connector, which is located on the back of the speaker can, under the wiring cover as shown
in Figure 3a below. This consists of a plug and socket. The plug can be removed from the
socket (Figure 3b) for wiring.

Figure 3a. Figure 3b.

The plug is wired to the amplifier such that the connections are as follows:

Pin 1 is Positive
Pin 2 is Negative

For additional speakers, pin 3 and 4 are in parallel with pins 1 and 2, where:

Pin 3 is Negative
Pin 4 is Positive

Before connecting the speaker, ensure the wiring cover and cable clamp on the back of the
can are open as shown in Figure 3c. Connect the wired plug into the socket.

Figure 3c

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