Tannoy POWER VS15 BP User Manual

POWERVS15 BP

Product Description

The high power POWERVS15 BP is a compact, versatile and extremely efficient bandpass
subwoofer system, designed to extend the low frequency response of Tannoy POWERV
loudspeakers and increase system headroom. Extending the frequency response of these
systems to below 40Hz this highly efficient design is capable of providing output levels
normally associated with considerably larger enclosures.

The POWERVS15 BP consists of one high efficiency 380mm (15.00”) with a 76mm (3.00”)
voice coil drive unit mounted in a compact and sturdy, black or white painted cabinet
constructed from 15mm (0.62”) multi-ply birch hardwood; robust enough to survive the
punishment that speakers systems are subjected to on the road and in club installations.

Delivering impressive levels of accuracy and performance, the POWERVS15 BP is equipped
with a highly efficient, flexible and reliable Class D power amplifier incorporating
a switching power supply. The amplifier section and power supply were developed
simultaneously and therefore optimally matched to minimise noise and enhance stability.
The power module combines light, efficient and cool-running amplification, comprehensive
driver protection and equalisation into a single compact unit. Clean, undistorted sound is
delivered, even when driven at very high power levels. No cooling fans are required so the
system runs quietly and is not prone to internal dust contamination.

All signal processing functions have been precisely tailored; crossover frequencies and
slopes, EQ, phase corrections and limiting. LED’s on the rear panel indicate signal
presence, signal activity, and power. Signal input and audio link are via XLR, while the
mains connector is a Neutrik locking Powercon type. The full range POWERV models have
a high pass mode that enables a simple top box and subwoofer combination to be created
without the need for an external crossover. Two low pass setting options on the subwoofer
amplifier fully optimise integration with the full range units.

Available in black or white, this versatile powered subwoofer also has, due to effective
acoustic matching to the other POWERV models, a wide range of uses in fully integrated
installations as diverse as theme bars, performing arts centres, high quality public address,
theme parks, leisure venues, audio visual, houses of worship and ‘dry hire’ rental.

The POWERVS15 BP comes complete with recessed carrying handles for ease of
transportation and 10mm flying points provide a quick and secure flying. A blanking plate
covers a recess for the optional VTH pole mount.

Features

• 380mm (15.00”) bass unit

• Compact and versatile birch plywood enclosure

• Rugged, highly efficient Class D amplification with

universal power supply

• 2 x integral carry handles

• Multiple flying points and accessory mounting

hardware option

Applications

• Live sound reinforcement

• Theme pubs and nightclubs

• Theatre front of house and effects

• Movie theatres and cinemas

• Side fill in large-scale music reinforcement

• Theme parks and leisure venues

• Sports and multi-use stadiums

• Audio visual

• High quality public address

• Houses of Worship

• Extended bass for POWERV full range loudspeakers

• ‘Dry hire’ rental

Tannoy United Kingdom
Tannoy North America
Tannoy Deutschland
Tannoy France

Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change

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POWERVS15 BP

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

System POWERVS15 BP

System Type Subwoofer - Bandpass

Frequency Response (-3dB)

Low pass flilter A on

Frequency Range (-10dB)

Low pass filter B on

Frequency Response (-3dB)

Low pass filter A on

Frequency Range (-10dB)

Low pass filter B on

Driver Complement 1 x 380mm (15.00”)

(1)

47Hz - 80kHz

(1)

47Hz - 110kHz

(1)

37Hz - 80kHz

(1)

37Hz - 110kHz

High excursion bass driver

Crossover User selectable LPF

Rated Maximum SPL

Average 124dB
Peak 130dB

(2)

Distortion

10% Full Power (15.5V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic

40Hz 0.65% 0.67%
100Hz 3.05% 0.70%

1% Full Power (4.9V) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic
40Hz 0.13% 0.30%
100Hz 0.76% 0.24%

PSU Specifications

Input Connector Locking Neutrik Powercon
Voltage Selection Automatic (115 / 230V, 45 - 65Hz)
Type High current,high frequencyswitch

Efficiency >90% typical
Input voltage 100v / 115v / 230v nominal +/-10%
Mains fuse External
Fuse type T10AT
Other features Automatic soft start

Notes:
(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis.
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 1 metre in an anechoic chamber

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.

mode

Construction

Enclosure 100 litre internally braced 15mm (0.62”)

Finish Textured black or white paint with

Connectors 1 x female XLR (input)

Controls & Level control
Indicators Power LED (Blue)

Fittings 8 x M10 flying inserts

Dimensions 665 x 440 x 440mm

H x W x D 26.18 x 17.32 x 17.32”

NET Weight 30kg

birch plywood enclosure

custom colours on request

1 male XLR (link)
1 x Neutrik Powercon

Signal LED (Green)
Limit LED (Red)
Full range / High pass switch (110Hz)
Power switch

2 x recessed carry handles
Blanking plate for optional VTH pole
mount
4 x Rubber feet

(66lbs)

Electronics

Maximum signal input for clip Input attenuator at minimum: +18dBu

Output noise -105dB unweighted, referenced to

Efficiency >90% typically

Damping Factor 400 ref 8 Ohms

Distortion <0.05% @ 1kHz -3dB output

Input Impedance 5.6kOhms unbalanced

Protection systems Over Current

Temperature Limiters applied
Brownout Automatic protection and recovery
Mains Inrush current limiting
Indicators 1x Limit LED

Number of channels One

Input attenuator at maximum: +5dBu

maximum output (22kHz bandwidth)

(22kHz bandwidth)

11.2kOhms balanced

Excessive over current causes shutdown

1x Signal LED
1x Power LED

System Type Class D

Ordering Information

PART NUMBER

8001 4310 POWERVS15 BP Black 1
8001 4311 POWERVS15 BP White 1

Tannoy United Kingdom
Tannoy North America
Tannoy Deutschland
Tannoy France

Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change

MODEL NAME

T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199
T: 00 1 [phone]
T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881
T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473

COLOUR

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PACKED QUANTITY

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FEQUENCY

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RESPONSE

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Tannoy United Kingdom
Tannoy North America
Tannoy Deutschland
Tannoy France

T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199
T: 00 1 [phone]
T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881
T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473

Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change

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POWERVS15 BP

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES & MOUNTING OPTIONS

VEB

VTH

Ordering Information

PART NUMBER

8001 2820 VEB - 1
8001 2860 VTH Black 1
8001 2870 VTH White 1

MODEL NAME

COLOUR

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Architectural specifications

The bass loudspeaker shall be of the bandpass type consisting of one 380mm (15.00”) long excursion low frequency transducer mounted on an

internal baffle and driven by an integrated single channel (bridged) Class D amplifier with user selectable low pass filter.

The optimally tuned 100 litre enclosure shall be of 15mm (0.62”) birch plywood construction finished in a wear resistant, textured black paint. There

shall be eight M10 rigging points and a blanking plate for the installation of a pole mount socket.

Performance of the subwoofer shall meet or exceed the following criteria: Frequency response measured at 1 metre on axis with swept sine wave

shall be 47Hz to 80Hz (-3dB) with low pass filt A switched on and 47Hz to 110Hz (-3dB) with low pass filt B switched on. Rated average SPL shall

be 124dB (anechoic) on axis at 1 metre. Connectors shall be 1 x female XLR (input), 1 x male XLR (link) and 1 x Neutrik Powercon. The speaker

shall be fitted with the following controls and indicators: level control, blue power LED, green signal LED, red limit LED, user selectable LPF and

a power switch.

The enclosure shall not exceed the following dimensions: 665 x 440 x 440mm or 26.18 x 17.32 x 17.32” (H x W x D)

The Tannoy subwoofer loudspeaker system shall be… POWERVS15 BP

Tannoy United Kingdom
Tannoy North America
Tannoy Deutschland
Tannoy France

Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change

T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199
T: 00 1 [phone]
T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881
T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473

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NOTES

Tannoy United Kingdom
Tannoy North America
Tannoy Deutschland
Tannoy France

Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change

T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199
T: 00 1 [phone]
T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881
T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473

E: [e-mail]
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