Tannoy EYRIS Owner's Manual

EYE CATCHING SOUND

OWNER’S MANUAL

CONTENTS PAGE

Introduction 2

WIDEBAND

™ Technology 3

Unpacking 4
Installation 5
Bi-Amping 6
Bass Tuning 7
Centre Channel Speaker 8
Set-Up Diagrams 9-11

WARRANTY

This equipment has been produced and tested with care and precision. All Tannoy
speaker systems are built to give first class service and carry a 5-year warranty.
Active subwoofers carry a 1-year warranty.

If the equipment proves to be defective within this period for any reason other than
accident, misuse, unauthorised modification or fair wear and tear, Tannoy will repair
any such defect or, at our option, replace it without charge for parts, labour or return
carriage. This warranty is given in addition to the customer's statutory rights.

If you suspect a problem with your loudspeakers please contact your local Tannoy
dealer who will be able to advise on appropriate action.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting Tannoy loudspeakers developed in the UK by our dedicated team
of design engineers. They are the choice of discriminating music lovers the world over.
Musical excellence is designed into our loudspeakers from the start. Careful selection of
the very best components combined with strict quality control procedures in the production
process ensures this level of excellence is maintained.

To gain maximum performance from your loudspeakers, please take time to read this
owner's manual in full before installation. Once you have set up your new loudspeakers
please complete and return the registration document - this does not limit your legal rights.

Loudspeakers are electromechanical devices that 'run-in' through use; performance will
therefore improve after an initial period of 24hrs use. Once they have been further run­in over a longer period, there will be clear enhancement of the stereo imaging, mid-band
quality and bass performance characteristics.

We are confident that you will continue to enjoy your new Tannoy Eyris loudspeakers for
many years to come.

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WIDEBAND

™ TECHNOLOGY

A Tannoy

WIDEBAND

™ High Frequency Module is incorporated into the design of all

Eyris models, not only to resolve fine detail of high frequency information but also to
effectively enhance the listening experience throughout the whole frequency range. The

WIDEBAND

™ high frequency system creates an increased immediacy, airiness and

impact making music sound more natural and true to life.
Music contains transient information and rich harmonics beyond the range of human

hearing for pure tones. Even bass notes have leading edge transients reaching 30kHz.
Operating between the roll-off point of the exclusive Tannoy mid-bass driver unit and
44kHz, the Tannoy Eyris

WIDEBAND

™ high frequency unit will accurately reproduce

the leading edge of individual notes allowing the listener to experience the entire bandwidth
information of instruments.

In addition, by extending the frequency response by two octaves corrects time and phase
response within the bandwidth of normal human hearing. Taking these acoustical phase
anomalies beyond the range of human hearing adds realism to the soundstage by
improving imaging and placement of instruments.

AMPLIFIER CHOICE

Consult the enclosed product specification sheet as this clearly shows the acceptable power
range for amplifier matching to your speakers. The high peak power handling of Tannoy
loudspeakers permits responsible use with more powerful amplifiers - please read the
Warranty.

As with all loudspeaker systems, the power handling is a function of voice coil thermal
capacity. Care should be taken to avoid overdriving any amplifier, as this will cause output
overload resulting in 'clipping' or distortion within the output signal. This, if done for any
extended period, will cause damage to the speakers.

Generally an amplifier of higher power that is running hard, but free of distortion, will
do less damage to the loudspeaker than a lower power amplifier continually clipping.
Remember also that a high powered amplifier running at less than 90% of output power
generally sounds a great deal better than a lower powered example struggling to achieve
100%. An amplifier with insufficient drive capability will not allow the full performance of
the loudspeakers to be realised.

CABLE CHOICE

Always use the best quality of cable available within your budget. High quality audio
signals passing from the amplifier to the loudspeaker are unusual in their demands on
the cable. Wide dynamic range and frequency bandwidth information has to coexist with
the ability to transmit peak currents of at least 10amps, without incurring any loss or signal
impairment. This explains why the sound quality of the information reproduced by the
loudspeakers is so dependant on the physical properties of the cables connecting them
to the amplifier.

We would recommend that you always keep the cable runs the same length for each
speaker.

Remember, cable construction can affect the sound quality so be prepared to experiment
to find a cable that suits your ear and audio system.

TERMINAL PANEL

(See fig. 2)

In order to take advantage of the driver earthing feature within the Eyris range and to
optimise performance further, use a shielded or screened loudspeaker cable. The screening
termination should be connected to the earth or 'ground' (green) terminal on the loudspeaker
and to the ground or earth connection on the amplifier. Alternatively if you are not using
a screened loudspeaker cable but wish to utilise the earthing facility, run a single cable
between the earth or 'ground' (green) terminal on the loudspeaker to the earth (ground)
connection on the amplifier.

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UNPACKING

(See fig. 1)

To unpack the loudspeakers from their boxes remove tape from the top then fold the flaps
right back before inverting the carton and contents. Lift the carton clear of the contents
then remove all inner packaging.

It is strongly recommended that you store all the packaging to allow protected transportation
in future.

FLOOR STANDING MODELS

(See fig. 6)

The Tannoy StandPoint spiked metal feet, designed to extend the footprint of the speakers
to aid stability and provide an efficient acoustic coupling with the floor, are in an accessory
kit packed in the end of the box. To fit these, lay the speaker down gently on its back and
align a slot in a metal foot to one of the threaded inserts located in the base. Insert the
bolt supplied, noting the correct positioning of the two washers, and tighten firmly while
pushing the foot against the sidewall of the cabinet to ensure there is no unwanted movement.

Repeat the process with the remaining three feet.
Eyris floor-standing models perform best with carpet piercing spikes fitted. These are

supplied, along with lock nuts, and should be inserted into the threaded holes in the base
of the metal feet. Level the speaker and then tighten the lock nuts firmly but without using
undue force. Spike locating cups are provided in the accessory pack and these may be
used to protect sensitive floor surfaces.

WARNING: ENSURE THAT THE SPIKES ARE LEVELLED AND THAT THE LOCK NUTS ARE
TIGHTENED FIRMLY.

THE SPIKES SHOULD BE PUSHED THROUGH THE CARPET TO LOCATE INTO THE
FLOORING SURFACE BY APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE TOP OF THE CABINET.

FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RENDER THE SPEAKER UNSTEADY AND RESULT IN DAMAGE
OR INJURY SHOULD IT BE KNOCKED OVER.

IF USING ON A SENSITIVE FLOOR SURFACE PLACE THE PROTECTIVE CUPS UNDER THE
LEVELLED SPIKES.

STAND MOUNTING MODELS

Stand mounting or bookshelf speakers should be located securely, on stands or a shelf, in
an appropriate position to place the

WIDEBAND

™

high frequency unit roughly at ear
height when seated in the chosen listening position. Positioning recommendations for stand­mounted speakers can be found under the section entitled Positioning and fine-tuning.

WALL MOUNTED REAR CHANNEL SPEAKERS

(See figs. 7 and 8)

The Eyris rear speaker has a driver configuration optimised for a flat response at the
listening position when wall mounted. It is supplied with an integrated wall hanging and
signal cable linking system, utilising professional grade connectors, to provide maximum
convenience and performance.

WARNING: IT IS ESSENTIAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT TYPE OF SCREWS AND FIXINGS
TO SUIT THE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL OF THE WALL ONTO WHICH THE SPEAKER
IS TO BE MOUNTED.

ENSURE THAT THE EYRIS HANGING BRACKET IS FIXED TO THE WALL IN A SECURE
MANNER – FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE OR INJURY SHOULD THE
SPEAKER BECOME DETACHED IN USE.

SEEK PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IF YOU ARE UNSURE WHAT FIXING IS BEST FOR YOUR
PROPOSED MOUNTING LOCATION.

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