Tannoy iw60 EFX User Manual

Definition Install iw60 EFX

Product Description

The Definition Install iw60 EFX is a multi purpose in wall surround / effects speaker
designed around the unique Tannoy Dual Concentric™ drive unit. The speaker is
conveniently configurable between two modes of operation: ‘Cinema Mode’, where the two
optimally aligned 100mm (4.00”) Dual Concentric™ drivers generate a wide and even flow of
acoustic energy over a large area for a diffuse room filling ambience and the direct radiating
‘Music Mode’, where the 165mm (6.50”) constant directivity Dual Concentric™ driver
produces a more localised and focused sound, highlighting the distinct separation afforded
by modern programme material. In Music mode the direct radiating pattern is auto switched
using a 12V trigger.

Claims are made that having more drivers is better. While multiple drivers are needed to
cover the full frequency spectrum it is a fact that a discrete woofer and tweeter array will
produce a large null at the crossover frequency when you move through the vertical plane.
In a product concept such as the iw60 EFX, using three sets of discrete drivers would cause
this negative acoustic effect to occur three times in a single cabinet; something no amount of
DSP could compensate for. The point source Dual Concentric™ units in the Tannoy iw60
EFX ensure that no such acoustical anomalies occur.

The Dual Concentric™ is effectively two drivers properly merged into one where, unlike
ordinary drive units, the high frequency unit is positioned on the back of the low frequency
driver. As a result they are on same axis, so ensuring that sound energy is effectively
propagated from the same point and delivered through the centre of the low frequency cone
as true point source. Such integration optimises reproduction quality by providing a constant
time delay over the frequency spectrum, exceptional transient performance, wide dispersion
and superior harmonic alignment; all of which delivers to the listening position a natural,
clean and integrated sound with greatly enhanced intelligibility, sound staging and dynamics.

Characteristic of the Dual Concentric™ design is a very wide 'sweet spot' with an
exceptionally even response throughout the listening area, as well as an extraordinary
transient response; reasons enough for this phase accurate Tannoy designed drive unit to
have been the choice of professional studio engineers all over the world for many years.

The heavily braced and comprehensively damped MDF cabinet is supplied with a paintable,
flush mounting grille designed to blend seamlessly into any architectural space. A unique
isolation mounting system optimises low frequency performance by controlling unwanted
resonances within the install structure. A mounting frame is available as an optional
pre-installation accessory to fit into standard construction 2" x 4" stud walls.

The exceptionally versatile, high power handling iw60 EFX is able to extract the full potential
of contemporary multi-channel soundtracks; an in wall surround / effects speaker designed
to reproduce the same bandwidth and sound pressure levels as the main speakers.

Features

• 165mm (6.50”) high sensitivity, point source and
constant directivity Dual Concentric™ drive unit

(music mode)

• Two 100mm (6.50”) Dual Concentric™ drive units in
dipole configuration (cinema mode)

• Constant time delay over the frequency spectrum

• Exceptional transient performance

• 90 degree conical dispersion (music mode 120
degrees horizontal by 90 degrees (cinema mode)

• Superior harmonic alignment

• Natural, clean and integrated sound

• Enhanced intelligibility, sound staging and dynamics

• Recommended amplifier power 100 to
200W @ 8 Ohms

• Sensitivity 90dB (1W = 2.83V for 8 Ohms)

• Maximum SPL 117dB average

• Rugged construction MDFclosed enclosure, internally
braced and finished with textured black paint

• Isolation mounting system minimises energy transfer
to the wall material

• Optional pre-installation frame available

Applications

• Media rooms

• Home theatre

• Boardrooms

• High end marine interiors

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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Frequency Range

System Sensitivity (1W @1m)

Nominal Coverage Angle 90 degrees conical

Coverage Angle (1kHz to 6kHz) 120 degrees horizontal x 90

Directivity Factor (Q) 3.50 averaged 1kHz to 6kHz

Directivity Index (DI) 5.50 averaged 1kHz to 6kHz

Rated Maximum SPL

Average 110dB
Peak 116dB

Power Handling

Average 100W
Programme 200W
Peak 400W

Recommended Amplifier Power 200W @ 8 Ohms

Nominal Impedance 8 Ohms in music mode

Distortion

Transducers

Music mode 1 x 165mm (6.5”) constant directivity

Cinema mode 2 x 100mm (4.0”) Dual Concentric™

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Construction

Enclosure 11.5 litre (net total volume),

inish Textured black paint

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Connectors Gold plated spring terminals

ontrols Mode selection input (12V DC relay

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Dimensions 590 x 345 x 94mm (H x W x D)

Optional Accessory Pre-installation mounting frame

NET Weight 9.50Kg (20.94lbs)

losed and internally

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braced MDF enclosure

White powder coated perforated

teel grille, foam behind

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activated via Dinkle connector)

(23.23 x 13.58 x 3.70 ") (H x W x D)

10% Full Power (8.94V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250Hz 1.84% 0.30%
1kHz 0.34% 0.61%
10kHz 0.91% 0.17%

1% Full Power (2.83V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
250Hz 0.19% 0.35%
1kHz 0.40% 0.32%
10kHz 0.46% 0.89%

Crossover 1.6kHz

Notes:
(1) Average over stated Bandwidth. Measured in an IEC baffle in an Anechoic Chamber
(2) Unweighted Pink noise input, measured at 1m on axis
(3) Long term power handling capacity as defined in EIA - 426B test
(4) Music mode
(5) Cinema mode. For music mode refer to iW63 data

A full range of measurements, performance data, CLF and Ease™ Data can be
downloaded from www.tannoy.com

Full independent verification of published specifications carried out by NWAA Labs,
California can also be obtained from the downloads section of www.tannoy.com

Tannoy operates a policy of continuous research and development. The introduction
of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the
published specifications, which Tannoy reserves the right to alter without prior
notice. Please verify the latest specifications when dealing with critical applications.

Ordering Information

PART NUMBER PACKED QUANTITYCOLOURMODEL NAME

8000 5270 Definition Install iw63 EFX Black 1

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PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

1m on-axis frequency response

SPL, 1W/1m (dB)

frequency (Hz)

Impedance vs frequency

Impedance (ohms)

IMPEDANCE

Level (dB)

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OFF AXIS
RESPONSE

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