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USER MANUAL
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Designed for a wide variety of sound reinforcement applications the Tannoy Di5a is an ultra compact active loudspeaker
system capable of delivering high sound pressure levels with extremely low distortion, resulting in outstanding clarity,
definition and detail. A truly universal solution, the Di5a offers outstanding durability and resistance to scuffs and knocks.
Available in black or white the Di5a will effectively blend into most backgrounds. Utilisation of the point source loudspeaker
allows the Di5a to be mounted on a wall or ceiling in either horizontal or vertical orientations without affecting its performance.
A range of hardware options ensures simple and effective installation.
For applications requiring extended low frequency enhancement, a range of Tannoy sub-bass systems are available and can
be used in conjunction with the Di5a.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. 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.
6. Some regional construction codes require the use of a secondary method of securing loudspeakers to surfaces to
provide security of a back-up 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.
7. Tannoy will not be held accountable for any damage caused by incorrect installation.
8. Clean only with dry cloth.
9. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with instructions.
10. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
13. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
16. 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.
17. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
18. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the
power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
19. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
20. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
21. This apparatus is a Class 1 device construction and that is shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
WARNING: Failure to follow these safety
instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or
other injury or damage.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain, liquids,
moisture, excessive heat, or naked flame.
WARNING: To prevent injury, this apparatus
must be securely attached to the floor / wall / pole
in accordance with the installation instructions.
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage " within the
product's enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.