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USER MANUAL
VQ 60
VQ 100
VQ DF
VQ MB
SERIES
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CONTENTS
1
INTRODUCTION
2
UNPACKING
3
CONNECTORS/CABLING
4
POLARITY CHECKING
5
AMPLIFICATION & POWER HANDLING
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LOUDSPEAKER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
6.1 VQ 60 Bi-amp System Parameters
6.2 VQ 60 Tri-amp System Parameters
6.3 VQ 100 Bi-amp System Parameters
6.4 VQ 100 Tri-amp System Parameters
6.5 VQ DF Single Amp System Parameters
6.5 VQ DF Bi-Amp System Parameters
6.7 VQ MB Single Amp System Parameters
6.8 Other Speaker Management Considerations
RIGGING & SUSPENSION
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WARANTY
9
OPERATION & SERVICING
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SERVICE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
VQ 60
VQ 100
VQ DF
VQ MB
Accessories
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
11.1 VQ 60
11.2 VQ 100
11.3 VQ DF
11.4 VQ MB
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
7.1 Flying a single VQ Cabinet using Eyebolts
7.2 VQ Flying Bracket (single point hang flying bracket)
7.3 VQ Link Plate
7.4 Using the VQ MB for additional pattern control
7.5 Arraying - VQ 60
7.6 VQ Flying Angles
7.7 Centre of Gravity Locations
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new VQ loudspeaker. You now own one of the finest professional audio
products available. Performance of your VQ loudspeaker in terms of accuracy & perceptive sound quality is
second to none as you will discover. The VQ series of products was developed to provide the sound
reinforcement system designer with essential tools for creating loudspeaker systems with exceptional pattern
control and high output. This series provides an array of devices ideally suited to a variety of live sound
reinforcement and high level foreground music venues.
Please read this user manual to get the optimum performance from your new VQ loudspeaker system.
1 INTRODUCTION
The VQ full range products utilize a unique driver technology to radiate a coherent single point source for superior
dispersion control when coupled to our single horn. This advanced design aligns the acoustical centres of the
transducers providing a single coherent wavefront emanating from the throat.
The driver uses two concentric annular ring diaphragms. The larger of the two has a 3.5” voice coil and reproduces
frequencies from 400Hz to 7 kHz. Another major advantage here is that there is no crossover anywhere near the
vocal region ensuring the most natural and phase coherent reproduction at this critical area. The 2” HF diaphragm
takes over at 7kHz to 22kHz by way of a passive or an active crossover. The external casting features extensive
heatsinking ensuring good heat transfer for high power handling and very low power compression.
The VQ 60 is a full range, three-way loudspeaker system designed for applications which
require very high output capability with class leading pattern control. The VQ 60 is
perfectly suited for use in arrays or singly in demanding high SPL music or speech
applications. Unlike line array solutions, the VQ 60 can produce enough power and clarity
to be used individually maintaining your building's aesthetics. With low frequency
extension to 90Hz, the VQ 60 can be combined with various subwoofers for extended
bandwidth. The VQ 60 can be configured for use in Bi-Amp or Tri-Amp mode, in
conjunction with a suitable digital signal processor (DSP).
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The VQ 100 is a full range, three-way loudspeaker system designed for applications which
require high output capability with class leading pattern control. The VQ 100 features a
wide and exceptionally well defined dispersion characteristic.For a variety of uses, a single
VQ 100 can produce more power and clarity over itʼs 100 degree beamwidth area than
many arrayed solutions using multiple cabinets. With low frequency extension to 90Hz,
the VQ 100 can be combined with various subwoofers for extended bandwidth. The
VQ 100 can be configured for use in Bi-Amp or Tri-Amp mode, in conjunction with a
suitable digital signal processor (DSP).
The VQ DF (Down Fill) is a dedicated two way down-firing Mid/High loudspeaker designed
to seamlessly integrate with the VQ full range and VQ MB loudspeakers matching their
exact footprint. The down firing configuration allows the VQ DF to be tight packed without
the need for any complex fly-ware. With a coverage pattern of 80 x 50 degrees, the VQ DF
will provide even coverage to the areas immediately below the main flown loudspeakers.
For full range use the VQ DF can also be used along with the VQ MB.The VQ DF can be
configured for use in Single or Bi-Amp mode, in conjunction with a suitable digital signal
processor (DSP).
The VQ MB duplicates the low frequency performance of the VQ 60 & VQ 100 full range
loudspeakers, it is intended for use as a flown or ground stacked, high power low/mid
frequency module used in conjunction with full range or mid/high systems in the VQ series.
Two (12 in) low frequency transducers, offer high power handling and low power
compression for high continuous SPL capability. A newly designed LF loading design
provides the highest possible sensitivity for low/mid frequency output (105dB/w). The
VQ 60 and VQ 100 provide consistent beamwidth down to about 500Hz. This usually is
sufficient for many applications, but often the situation calls for extended vertical pattern
control for additional gain before feedback in the lower midrange to mid-bass region and/or
improved direct-to-reverberant ratio in the mid-bass range for live rooms. The addition of
one or more VQ MB devices to the array will extend the vertical pattern down to the
250Hz range and lower by taking advantage of the basic acoustical principles of
spaced sources.
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2 UNPACKING
Every Tannoy VQ product is carefully tested and inspected before being packaged and leaving the factory. After
unpacking your loudspeaker, please inspect for any exterior physical damage, and save the carton and any
relevant packaging materials in case the loudspeaker again requires packing and shipping. In the event that
damage has been sustained in transit notify your dealer immediately. If this loudspeaker has to be returned to
Tannoy, contact the Service Department for a Return Authorization Number. Use the original shipping carton and
packing materials where possible. Tannoy will not be responsible for damage caused by inadequate packing.
3 CONNECTORS/CABLING
Input Connector Panels
Note : The VQ 60 and VQ 100 are configured as standard for Bi-Amp operation.
Tri-Amp operation is possible using the Barrier strip input terminals. See ʻBarrier Strip Connectionsʼ on
the following page for further details.
The VQ DF is configured as standard for single amp operation. Bi-Amp operation is possible using the Barrier
strip input terminals. See ʻBarrier Strip Connectionsʼ on the following page for further details.
The VQ MB is configured for single amp operation.
VQ 60 / 100 VQ DF
VQ MB
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The VQ 60, VQ 100 and VQ DF are fitted with 4-pole Neutrik Speakonʻ connectors and barrier strip for fixed
installations.
Speakon Connections -
Speakon has the following advantages over EP and XLR type connectors:
All terminations are solderless; this makes life easier at the time of installation or when field servicing is required.
Contacts will accept 6 sq. mm wire with an outside diameter of up to 15mm and a current rating of 30 Amps. The
pins of the 2 Speakon sockets identified input/output on the rear of the input panel are paralleled within the
enclosure to facilitate the connection to additional VQ loudspeakers (Except the VQ MB). Tannoy has adopted the
standard professional audio wiring convention for the VQ product.
VQ 60 and VQ 100
Speakeron Connections
LF Negative (-ve)
LF Positive (+ve)
MF/HF Positive (+ve)
MF/HF Negative (-ve)
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VQ DF Speakeron
Connections
MF/HF Negative (-ve)
MF/HF Positive (+ve)
No connections on pins
1+ and 1-
VQ MB Speakeron
Connections
LF Negative (-ve)
LF Positive (+ve)
No connections on pins
2+ and 2-
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Barrier Strip Connections
Cable Run
Diameter of
conductor
Cable
Resistance
Wire Loss (dB)
Damping Factor*
mftmm
awg
ohm
4ohm
Load
8ohm
Load
4ohm
Load
8ohm
Load
1.5mm150.10
0.2
0.1
40
80
2.5mm100.04
0.1
0
108
216
4mm60.0100
255
510
5
16
6mm30.0100
494
988
1.5mm150.20
0.4
0.2
19
41
2.5mm100.07
0.2
0.1
55
111
4mm60.03
0.1
0
136
272
10
33
6mm30.0100
282
563
1.5mm150.4910.5
8
16
2.5mm100.18
0.4
0.2
23
45
4mm60.07
0.1
0.1
57
114
25
82
6mm30.03
0.1
0
123
246
1.5mm150.98
1.9
1
4
8
2.5mm100.35
0.7
0.4
11
23
4mm60.14
0.3
0.1
29
58
50
164
6mm30.06
0.1
0.1
64
127
1.5mm151.95
3.5
1.9
2
4
2.5mm100.70
1.4
0.7
6
11
4mm60.27
0.6
0.3
15
29
100
328
6mm30.12
0.3
0.1
32
65
*The resulting damping factor figures are derived using a good quality professional amplifier
The barrier strip accommodates bare wire, tinned leads or spade connectors. The barrier strips are specifically
designed for utilization in fixed/permanent installations. The VQ 60 and VQ 100 are configured for Bi-amp
operation; by removing the 4 link wires between the two barrier strips on the termination panel tri-amp operation is
possible. The VQ DF is configured for single amp operation; by removing the 4 link wires between the two barrier
strips on the termination panel bi-amp operation is possible.
.
VQ 60/100 Bi-amp – Connect LF amplifier to LF +/- on top row of barrier strip.
Connect MF/HF amplifier to MF/HF +/- on bottom row of barrier strip.
VQ 60/100 Tri-amp - Connect LF amplifier to LF +/- on top row of barrier strip.
Connect MF amplifier to MF +/- on top row of barrier strip.
Connect HF amplifier to HF +/- on top row of barrier strip.
VQ DF Single Amp - Connect MF/HF amplifier to MF/HF +/- on bottom row of barrier strip.
VQ DF Bi-amp - Connect MF amplifier to MF +/- on top row of barrier strip.
Connect HF amplifier to HF +/- on top row of barrier strip.
VQ MB - Connect amplifier to LF +/- terminals
Note that looping out to additional loudspeakers will have the effect of reducing the load on the amplifier. Avoid
loading amplifiers too low. If the amplifier is rated for 4 ohms minimum, don't give it a 2 ohm load. Even when the
amplifier is rated down to 2 ohms remember that in order to keep up with the power the circuit will have much
higher current than before and the wiring will have to handle it. Not only will the wiring losses grow but the
damping factor of the system will be degraded. It might be better to run separate cables from the amp to the
speakers or divide the load across two amplifier channels.
Cable choice consists mainly of selecting the correct cross sectional area in relation to the cable length and the
load impedance. A small cross sectional area would increase the cables series resistance, inducing power loss,
and response variations (damping factor).
Connectors should be wired with a minimum of 2.5 sq. mm (12 gauge) cable. This will be perfectly satisfactory
under normal conditions. In the case of very long cable runs the wire size should exceed this. The following table
shows the change in resistance, sensitivity loss and damping factor due to the effects of cable diameter and
length for two nominal impedance loads (4ohms & 8ohms). Use this table to determine a suitable cable diameter
for the length of run you require. For resultant damping factor, values greater than 20 are generally considered
adequate for high quality sound reinforcement systems.
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VQ Series Recommended Amplifier Power
VQ60/100
Power Requirement
Low Frequency
2000W into 4 ohms
Passive MF/HF
400W into 8 ohms
Mid Frequency
400W into 8 ohms
High Frequency
200W into 8 ohms
VQ DF
Passive MF/HF
400W into 8 ohms
Mid Frequency
400W into 8 ohms
High Frequency
200W into 8 ohms
VQ MB
2000W into 4 ohms
4 POLARITY CHECKING
It is most important to check the polarity of the wiring before the speaker system is flown. A simple method of
doing this without a pulse based polarity checker for LF units is as follows: Connect two wires to the +ve and -ve
terminals of a PP3 battery. Apply the wire which is connected to the +ve terminal of the battery to the speaker
cable leg which you believe to be connected to pin 1+ of the speaker connector and likewise the -ve leg of the
battery to pin 1-.
If you have wired it correctly the LF drive unit will move forward, indicating the wiring is correct. All that remains
now is to connect the +ve speaker lead to the +ve terminal on the amplifier and the -ve lead to the -ve terminal
on the amplifier. If however the LF driver moves backwards, the input connections need to be inverted.
There are also commercially available polarity checkers that can be used (IviePAL™, NTI™). If you are
commissioning a system using a spectrum analyzer such as SMAART™, SYSTUNE™, CLIO™, MLSSA™ by
checking the impulse response for the first positive swing. Be sure that EQ and crossover filtering has been
removed before checking.
If problems are encountered, inspect the cable wiring in the first instance. If you are using amplifiers from more
than one manufacturer, check the polarity at the amplifiers as well as the loudspeakers.
5 AMPLIFICATION & POWER HANDLING
As with all professional loudspeaker systems, the power handling is a function of voice coil thermal capacity. Care
should be taken to avoid running the amplifier into clip (clipping is the end result of overdriving any amplifier).
Damage to the loudspeaker will be sustained if the amplifier is driven into clip for any extended period of time.
Headroom of at least 3dB should be allowed. When evaluating an amplifier, it is important to take into account its
behavior under low impedance load conditions. A loudspeaker system is highly reactive and with transient signals
it can require more current than the nominal impedance would indicate.
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Generally a higher power amplifier running free of distortion will do less damage to the loudspeaker than a lower
power amplifier continually clipping. It is also worth remembering that a high powered amplifier running at less
than 90% of output power generally sounds a lot better than a lower power amplifier running at 100%. An amplifier
with insufficient drive capability will not allow the full performance or the loudspeaker to be realized.
It is important when using different manufacturers amplifiers in a single installation that the have very closely
matched gains, the variation should be less than +/- 0.5dB. This precaution is important to the overall system
balance when only a single active crossover is being used with multiple cabinets; it is therefore recommended
that the same amplifiers be used throughout.
On the specifications pages you will find the VQ loudspeakers power handling capacity quoted in three
categories:Average (RMS), Programme, & Peak
We recommend using the programme power listed in the loudspeaker specifications to choose the correct
amplifier. To realize the VQ loudspeakers full potential, the amplifiers rated continuous power should be equal to
the loudspeakers programme power at its nominal impedance.
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6 LOUDSPEAKER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Tannoy VQ series loudspeakers are designed to be used with an electronic signal processor which provides
crossover, equalization, delay and dynamic functions. We strongly recommend the use of the Tannoy Vnet SC1
controller, as the VQ range of loudspeakers were voiced with this unit. Also, small discrepancies can be evident
between various manufactures filter coefficients.
In its basic configuration the Tannoy VNET SC1 is a powerful ʻ2 in 6 outʼ digital system controller provides multiple
X-Over, EQ, Delay and Limiting options. Using DSP-based digital crossovers with 96kHz sampling rates, this
versatile controller will enable simple configuration and optimization of loudspeakers in terms of speaker
management and room EQ functionality.
Two versions of the VNET SC1 are available – one with a VNET™ network card and one without.
The ʻnetwork enabledʼ version facilitates VNET™ networking capability with two network ports provided for
connection to any Tannoy VNET™ system. See www.tannoy.com for more a more detailed specification on the
VNET SC1.
However, you may still wish to use an alternative loudspeaker management system. The necessary system
parameters which must be adhered to for optimum system performance are shown in the tables in the
following pages.
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6.1 VQ 60 BI-AMP SYSTEM PARAMETERS
y
Parameter
Unit/Name
Low (2x12")
Mid/High
PSW™
Gain (dB)
0
-10
Delay
(ms)
0.7
0
Polarity
Positive
Positive
Freq (Hz)
70
450
Slope (dB/oct)
1224HPF *
Filter Shape
Butterworth
Linkwitz-Riley
Freq (Hz)
500
out
Slope (dB/oct)
48
LPF
Filter Shape
Linkwitz-Riley
Freq (Hz)
149
600
Level (dB)
+4
+3
Type
Parametric
Parametric
PEQ 1
Q/Bandwidth
3.0/0.479
8.54/1.71
Freq (Hz)
278
2100
Level (dB)
-6
-2
Type
Parametric
Parametric
PEQ 2
Q/Bandwidth
2.4/0.597
5.04/0.286
Freq (Hz)
1220
4600
Level (dB)
-15
+4
Type
Parametric
Parametric
PEQ 3
Q/Bandwidth
5.04/0.286
2.0/0.714
Freq (Hz)
6000
Level (dB)
-3dB
Type
Parametric
PEQ 4
Q/Bandwidth
3.6/0.40
Freq (Hz)
12000
Level (dB)
+4
Type
Parametric
PEQ 5
Q/Bandwidth
5.04/0.286
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
10 100 1000 10000 100000
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Electrical Transfer Function - Biamp VQ 60
LF
MF/HF
Level (dB)
Frequency (Hz)
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Parameter
Unit/Name
Low (2x12")
Mid PSW™
High PSW™
Gain
(dB)0-10
-6
Delay
(ms)
0.700.21
Polarity
Positive
Positive
Positive
Freq (Hz)
70
450
7000
Slope (dB/oct)
122424
HPF *
Filter Shape
Butterworth
Linkwitz-Riley
Linkwitz-Riley
Freq (Hz)
500
7000
out
Slope
(dB/oct)
48
24
LPF
Filter Shape
Linkwitz-Riley
Linkwitz-Riley
Freq (Hz)
149
2100
11000
Level (dB)
+4-2+3
Type
Parametric
Parametric
Parametric
PEQ 1
Q/Bandwidth
3.0/0.479
5.04/0.286
8.45/0.171
Freq (Hz)
278
Level (dB)
-6
Type
Parametric
PEQ 2
Q/Bandwidth
2.4/0.597
Freq (Hz)
1220
Level (dB)
-15
Type
Parametric
PEQ 3
Q/Bandwidth
5.04/0.286
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 4
Q/Bandwidth
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 5
Q/Bandwidth
6.2 VQ 60 TRI-AMP SYSTEM PARAMETERS
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
10 100 1000 10000 100000
Level (dB)
Electrical Transfer Function - Triamp VQ 60
LF
MF
HF
Frequency (Hz)
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6.3 VQ 100 BI-AMP SYSTEM PARAMETERS
y
Parameter
Unit/Name
Low (2x12")
Mid/High
PSW™
Gain
(dB)0-4
Delay
(ms)
1.12
0
Polarity
Positive
Positive
Freq (Hz)
70
500
Slope (dB/oct)
12
24
HPF *
Filter Shape
Butterworth
Linkwitz-Riley
Freq (Hz)
500
out
Slope (dB/oct)
24
LPF
Filter Shape
Butterworth
Freq (Hz)
149
3250
Level (dB)
+4
-2.8
Type
Parametric
Parametric
PEQ 1
Q/Bandwidth
3.0/0.479
4.04/0.356
Freq (Hz)
278
5200
Level (dB)
-6
+4.4
Type
Parametric
Parametric
PEQ 2
Q/Bandwidth
2.4/0.597
5.43/0.265
Freq (Hz)
450
6000
Level (dB)
+3
-2.4
Type
Parametric
Parametric
PEQ 3
Q/Bandwidth
2.79/0.515
4.8/0.30
Freq (Hz)
1220
9380
Level (dB)
-15
+3
Type
Parametric
Parametric
PEQ 4
Q/Bandwidth
5.04/0.286
4.35/0.331
Freq (Hz)
15000
Level (dB)
-2.4
Type
Parametric
PEQ 5
Q/Bandwidth
5.84/0.247
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
10 100 1000 10000 100000
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Electrical Transfer Function - Biamp VQ 100
LF
MF/HF
Level (dB)
Frequency (Hz)
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py
Parameter Unit/Name Low (2x12") Mid
PSW™ High PSW™
Gain (dB) 0-4 0
Delay (ms) 0.2698 0 0.0505
Polarity Positive Positive Positive
Freq (Hz)
70 500 7000
Slope (dB/oct)
12 24 24HPF *
Filter Shape
Butterworth Butterworth Butterworth
Freq (Hz)
550 7000 out
Slope (dB/oct)
48 24 LPF
Filter Shape
Butterworth Butterworth
Freq (Hz)
149 2400 15000
Level (dB)
+4 +3 -2.4
Type
Parametric Parametric Parametric
PEQ 1
Q/Bandwidth
3.0/0.479 3.23/0.445 5.84/0.247
Freq (Hz)
278 3340
Level (dB)
-6 -4.6
Type
Parametric Parametric
PEQ 2
Q/Bandwidth
2.4/0.597 3.48/0.413
Freq (Hz)
1220 5200
Level (dB)
-15 +5
Type
Parametric Parametric
PEQ 3
Q/Bandwidth
5.04/0.286 3.0/0.479
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 4
Q/Bandwidth
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 5
Q/Bandwidth
6.4 VQ 100 TRI-AMP SYSTEM PARAMETERS
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
10 100 1000 10000 100000
12
Level (dB)
Electrical Transfer Function - Triamp VQ 100
Frequency (Hz)
LF
MF
HF
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6.5 VQ DF SINGLE AMP SYSTEM PARAMETERS
Parameter Unit/Name
Mid/High
PSW™
Gain (dB)
Delay (ms)
Polarity
Freq (Hz)
>400
Slope (dB/oct)
24HPF
Filter Shape
Linkwitz-Riley
Freq (Hz)
out
Slope (dB/oct)
LPF
Filter Shape
Freq (Hz)
2990
Level (dB)
-2.5
Type
Parametric
PEQ 1
Q/Bandwidth
5.04/0.286
Freq (Hz)
5000
Level (dB)
+3
Type
Parametric
PEQ 2
Q/Bandwidth
5.44/0.265
Freq (Hz)
6500
Level (dB)
-1
Type
Parametric
PEQ 3
Q/Bandwidth
4.0/0.36
Freq (Hz)
13000
Level (dB)
+2
Type
Parametric
PEQ 4
Q/Bandwidth
6.0/0.24
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 5
Q/Bandwidth
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
10 100 1000 10000 100000
Complete
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Level (dB)
Electrical Transfer Function
Frequency (Hz)
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Parameter Unit/Name Mid PSW™ High PSW™
Gain (dB) -4 0
Delay (ms) 0.505
Polarity Positive Positive
Freq (Hz)
>400 7000
Slope (dB/oct)
24 24HPF
Filter Shape
Linkwitz-Riley Butterworth
Freq (Hz)
7000 out
Slope (dB/oct)
24 LPF
Filter Shape
Butterworth
Freq (Hz)
2990 13000
Level (dB)
-2.5 +2
Type
Parametric Parametric
PEQ 1
Q/Bandwidth
5.04/0.286 6.0/0.24
Freq (Hz)
5000
Level (dB)
+3
Type
Parametric
PEQ 2
Q/Bandwidth
5.44/0.265
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 3
Q/Bandwidth
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 4
Q/Bandwidth
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 5
Q/Bandwidth
6.6 VQ 60 TRI-AMP SYSTEM PARAMETERS
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
10 100 1000 10000 100000
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Level (dB)
Electrical Transfer Function - Triamp VQ DF Biamp
Frequency (Hz)
MF
HF
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6.7 VQ 100 BI-AMP SYSTEM PARAMETERS
Parameter Unit/Name Low (2x12")
Gain (dB)
Delay (ms)
Polarity Positive
Freq (Hz)
70
Slope (dB/oct)
12HPF *
Filter Shape
Butterworth
Freq (Hz)
500
Slope (dB/oct)
48LPF
Filter Shape
Linkwitz-Riley
Freq (Hz)
149
Level (dB)
+4
Type
Parametric
PEQ 1
Q/Bandwidth
3.0/0.479
Freq (Hz)
278
Level (dB)
-6
Type
Parametric
PEQ 2
Q/Bandwidth
2.4/0.597
Freq (Hz)
1220
Level (dB)
-15
Type
Parametric
PEQ 3
Q/Bandwidth
5.04/0.286
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 4
Q/Bandwidth
Freq (Hz)
Level (dB)
Type
PEQ 5
Q/Bandwidth
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
10 100 1000 10000 100000
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Level (dB)
Electrical Transfer Function
Frequency (Hz)
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6.8 OTHER SPEAKER MANAGMENT CONSIDERATIONS
*70Hz is the minimum recommended HPF setting on the VQ 60, VQ 100 and VQ MB.
When choosing a HPF frequency to crossover with subwoofers the following considerations should be given:Distance of the Sub from the VQ - If the sub has to be a distance from the VQ then we would recommend a low
crossover point. With the VQ 60 & 100 the lowest recommended crossover point would be 90 Hz. Using too high
a crossover point on the sub means that you may easily 'localize' the subwoofer; we want to avoid this. If the VQ
is sitting on top of the subwoofer then you can afford to raise the crossover point to say 120Hz. This will also free
up amplifier headroom on the VQ amplifier allowing more headroom on the mid-bass.
Boundary Conditions – As an example, if the subwoofer is used in a corner, the three effective boundaries will
contribute massively to the level at the low end and may sound overpowering. This will require some low
frequency 'cut' using parametric eq. The opposite phenomenon will be experienced if the subwoofer is flown; you
may have to apply some 'boost' at specific frequencies.
When applying crossover filters and shapes.... Linkwitz, Butterworth, 12dB/oct, 48dB/oct etc...
Again, the placement of the units has a great bearing on the resultant parameters you use. For instance, if a
VQ 60 is used next to a boundary it's low frequency roll off characteristic will change, so a different slope may be
required. Delay may have to be applied to applied to match the arrival times of the two speakers.
For other configurations or subwoofers, it will usually be necessary to determine the signal delay settings by
measurement.
7 RIGGING & SUSPENSION
The VQ hardware covered in this guide has been designed to offer quick, simple, and secure solutions for
mounting specific VQ loudspeakers. This hardware has been designed and manufactured with a high safety load
factor for its specific role. To ensure the safest possible use of the hardware covered in this guide, it must be
assembled in strict accordance with the instructions specified. The information in these manuals relating to the
assembly and the safe use of these accessories must be understood and followed.
The installation of VQ loudspeakers using the dedicated hardware should only ever be carried out by fully
qualified installers, in accordance with all the required safety codes and standards that are applied at the place of
installation.
WARNING: As the legal requirements for flying change from country to country, please consult your local safety
standards office before installing any product. We also recommend that you thoroughly check any laws and
bylaws prior to commencing work.
VQ hardware has been designed for use with VQ series loudspeakers only, and is not designed or intended for
use with any other Tannoy Commercial products, or any other devices from other manufacturers. Using Tannoy
Professional hardware for any purpose other than that indicated in this guide is considered to be improper use.
Such use can be very dangerous as overloading, modifying; assembling in anyway other than that clearly stated
in the manual, or damaging the VQ hardware will compromise safety. The component parts of any VQ hardware
device must only be assembled using the accessory kits supplied and in strict compliance with the user manual.
The use of other accessories or non-approved methods of assembly may result in an unsafe hardware system by
reducing the load safety factor. Welding, or any other method of permanently fixing hardware components together
or to the integral fixing points in the cabinet should never be used.
Whenever a VQ loudspeaker is fixed to a surface using a VQ hardware device, the installer must ensure that the
surface is capable of safely and securely supporting the load. The hardware employed must be safely, securely,
and in accordance with the manual, attached both to the loudspeaker and also to the surface in question, using
only the fixing holes provided as standard and covered in the manual. Secure fixings to the building structure are
vital. Seek help from architects, structural engineers or other specialists if in any doubt.
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All loudspeakers flown must, be provided with an independent, correctly rated and securely attached secondary
safety – in addition to the principle hardware device. This secondary safety must prevent the loudspeaker from
dropping more than 150mm (6”) should the principle hardware device fail.
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WARNING: Do not under any circumstances use a loudspeaker's handles to support the weight of the
loudspeaker except for their intended use: hand carrying. The handles are not rated to support the load of the
loudspeaker for temporary or permanent installation.
The VQ range of loudspeakers is intended to be suspended or ground-stacked. This section details how to
physically configure VQ flyware and arrays. The following are the recommended methods for most situations.
Specific situations may require other methods. It is the userʼs responsibility to determine the viability and safety
for alternate methods and implement them accordingly.
7.1 FLYING A SINGLE VQ CABINET USING EYEBOLTS
The simplest method of flying a single VQ cabinet is with a pair of M10 shoulder eyebolts on the top, using a third
eyebolt on the rear of the cabinet to tilt the cabinet.
VEB FORGED EYEBOLT
VQ loudspeakers can be flown with high quality VEB M10 eyebolts with collar to
BS4278:1984. The loudspeakers are equipped with internal steel braces, which also
double as the flying points, and accept VEB M10 eyebolts.
To install the VEB M10 eyebolts remove the original M10 counter sunk screws from the
locations you wish to install the VEB M10 eyebolts. Then replace these counter sunk
M10 screws with the VEB M10 eyebolts. The M10 insert on the rear of the cabinet also
accepts a VEB M10 eyebolt and should be used for tilting the loudspeaker to the desired
angle.
SERIES
IMPORTANT: It is imperative for safety reasons that a minimum of two eyebolts linked to
two independently fixed straps are used per cabinet. Never suspend one enclosure
from the other using eyebolts.
Never attempt to use formed eyebolts i.e. formed from a steel rod and bent into an eye.
Flying a single VQ cabinet in a landscape orientation using EBS forged Eyebolts
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7.2 VQ FLYING BRACKET (SINGLE POINT HANG FLYING BRACKET)
1
M10 Plain Washer
3
2
M10 Spring Washer
3
3
Screw M10 x 50mm
3
4
Bracket Flying - VQ
1
Item No. Description Quantity
1 Rod End – VQ _” UNC or 12mm 3
2 Screw M12x45 Cap Head 3
3 M12 Nyloc Nut 3
For safe, flexible and simple flying, the VQ Flying bracket is designed to suspend the VQ cabinet from a single
pivot point. This allows precise adjustment of aiming angles with the cabinet in situ. The flown VQ loudspeaker
must be provided with an independent, correctly rated and securely attached secondary safety – in addition to the
principle hardware device. This secondary safety must prevent the loudspeaker from dropping more than 150mm
(6”) should the principle hardware device fail.
Note: All fixings should be thread-locked and torqued to 25Nm.
Item No. Description Quantity
The rod end is used in conjunction with the VQ flying bracket. Two types of rod end are available. One is designed to
accept ½” UNC threaded rod, and the other accepts 12mm threaded rod. (Threaded rod supplied by user).
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Remove the front two countersunk M10 screws located on the top of the cabinet and the top M10 countersunk
screw on the top rear of the cabinet. Assemble the flying bracket as shown.
IMPORTANT: Only the screws, fasteners, shake proof and plain washers supplied should be used to assemble
the VQ flying bracket. Note: All fixings should be thread-locked and torqued to 25Nm.
When fixed in position the rod end can be moved along any of the five serrated edges within each slot to fine tune
the loudspeakers tilt angle.
user is responsible for supplying the correct threaded rod. The minimum specifications for the threaded rod are:-
USA - Grade B7 (1438lbs, 650kgs for ½” rod based on a safety factor of 10:1)
Metric - Grade 10.9 (1459lbs, 660kgs for 12mm rod based on a safety factor 10:1)
Use the appropriate nuts to lock the rod end to the threaded rod (supplied by user). Use a Nyloc nut at the top of
the threaded rod to secure the pole clamp (supplied by user).
The Tannoy VPC pole clamp can be attached to the threaded rod if flying the VQ loudspeaker from an overhead
bar or truss. The threaded rod can also be attached to suitably rated Uni-Strut.
Always use Nyloc nuts to secure the threaded rod to the pole clamp or Uni-Strut.
The rigging of a flown sound system may be dangerous unless undertaken by qualified personnel with the
required experience and certification to perform the necessary tasks.
Fixing of hanging points in a roof should always be carried out by a professional rigger and in accordance with the
local rules of the venue.
A maximum of VQ 60 + VQ MB + VQ DF (350lbs, 160kg) can be flown from a single threaded rod. This
combination carries a safety factor of 8:1.
(See fig. 2) Threaded rod used should be no more than 300mm (12”) in length. The
(See fig. 3)
(See fig. 1)
SERIES
(fig. 1)
(fig. 3)
(fig. 2)
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7.3 VQ LINK PLATE
The VQ link plate is used to join a VQ DF or VQ MB to a VQ 60 or VQ 100 cabinet. Three link plates are used to
connect each cabinet. The Link plates are supplied as standard with each VQ DF and VQ MB.
Remove the M10 countersunk screws as shown in the diagram opposite. Use the same screws to fix the link plate
in place. The link plate will sit flush in the cabinet indentations. Two longer M10 bolts are supplied with the link
plates. These bolts should be used to fix the rear link plate in position.
Note: All fixings should be thread-locked and torqued to 25Nm
LINK PLATE
7.4 USING THE VQ MB FOR ADDITIONAL PATTERN CONTROL
The VQ link plate is used to join a VQ DF or VQ MB to a VQ 60 or VQ 100 cabinet. Three link plates are used to
connect each cabinet. The Link plates are supplied as standard with each VQ DF and VQ MB.
Remove the M10 countersunk screws as shown in the diagram opposite. Use the same screws to fix the link plate
in place. The link plate will sit flush in the cabinet indentations. Two longer M10 bolts are supplied with the link
plates. These bolts should be used to fix the rear link plate in position.
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7.5 ARRAYING VQ 60
Item No. Description Quantity
1
M10 Plain Washer
8
2
M10 Spring Washer
8
3
Screw M10 x 50mm
8
4
Eyebolt M10
4
5 Array Bracket 2
A single VQ 100 can produce more power and clarity over its 100degree beamwidth area than many arrayed
solutions using multiple cabinets, a great advantage when considering your building aesthetics. A VQ 100 is not
designed to be arrayed.
Two VQ 60ʼs can be arrayed to produce a well defined horizontal coverage angle of 120 degrees.
The VQ array plate is designed to optimally array two VQ 60 cabinets. To fit the plate, set the boxes on the ground
with the rear edge of the cabinets touching. Remove the two M10 countersunk bolts and replace with either the
M10 screw or the supplied eyebolts. Locate the four M10 eyebolts from the fixings kit supplied and insert these
through the array plate into the rigging points in the cabinet. These will be used to pick up the array.Repeat the
same procedure at the bottom of the cabinets, use the M10 screw. If flying in a landscape orientation the M10
screw can be used on both array plates.
Note: All fixings should be thread-locked and torqued to 25Nm
Two independent pick-up points are recommended for suspending the array. The main pickup points are the two
rear eyebolts. The two front eyebolts may be used as safety points.
SERIES
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VQ 60 VQ 100
1
2
3
4
5
ABCDEF
1
1
2
3
4
5
ABCDEF
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FEDCBA
1
2
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4
5
-5.5°
-4.2°
-2.7°
-1.3°
0.2°
3.0°
4.4°
5.9°
7.4°
8.9°
11. 3°
12.8°
14.3°
15.8°
17.3°
19.3°
20.7°
22.1°
23.6°
25.0°
26.5°
27.8°
29.2°
30.5°
31.8°
32.9°
34.1°
35.4°
36.6°
37.8°
5
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-2.8°
-1.4°
0.0°
1.3°
2.8°
5.3°
6.7°
8.1°
9.6°
11. 0°
13.2°
14.6°
16.0°
17.4°
18.8°
20.6°
21.9°
23.3°
24.6°
26.0°
27.3°
28.6°
29.9°
31.1°
32.4°
33.4°
34.5°
35.7°
36.8°
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FEDCBA
1
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-4.9°
-3.9°
-2.8°
-1.8°
-0.7°
1.4°
2.4°
3.5°
4.6°
5.7°
7.6°
8.7°
9.8°
12.0°
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13.6°
14.7°
16.9°
18.0°
15.8°
19.4°
20.4°
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FEDCBA
1
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-4.9°
-3.9°
-2.8°
-1.8°
-0.7°
1.4°
2.4°
3.5°
4.6°
5.7°
7.6°
8.7°
9.8°
12.0°
10.9°
13.6°
14.7°
16.9°
18.0°
15.8°
19.4°
20.4°
21.5°
22.5°
23.6°
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25.7°
27.7°
26.7°
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ABCDEF
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VQ 60 & VQ DF VQ 100 & VQ DF
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7.7 CENTRE OF GRAVITY LOCATIONS
Y (vertically) Z (horizontally)
8001 4800 VQ-60 444.4mm (17.5in) 302.6 (11.91in)
8001 4810 VQ-MB 216.6mm (8.53in) 311.2 (12.25in)
8001 4820 VQ-100 481.3 (18.95in) 326.9 (12.87in)
8001 4830 VQ-DF 188.8 (7.43in) 266.9 (10.51in)
8001 4840 VQ Net-60 438.8 (17.28in) 292 (11.5in)
8001 4850 VQ Net-100 472.8 (18.61in) 313.4 (12.34in)
8001 4860 VQ Net-DF 187.3 (7.37in) 245.5 (9.67in)
8001 5390 VQ Net-MB 216.8 (8.54in) 290.4 (11.43in)
y
SERIES
Product Number Product Name
Please note that Datum faces for these coordinates are the top and rear panels for all cabinets.
Centre of Gravit
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8 WARRANTY
No maintenance of the VQ loudspeaker is necessary other than routine checks.
VQ loudspeaker products are covered by a 5 year warranty from the date of manufacture subject to the absence
of misuse, overload or accidental damage. Claims will not be considered is the serial number has been altered or
removed. Work under warranty should only be carried out by a Tannoy dealer or service agent. This warranty in
no way affects your statutory rights. For further information please contact your dealer or distributor in your
country. If you cannot locate your distributor please contact Customer Services, Tannoy Ltd at the address given
below.
Customer Services, Tannoy Ltd., Rosehall Industrial Estate, Coatbridge, Strathclyde ML5 4TF, Scotland
Telephone: 01236 420199 (National)
+44 1236 420199 (International)
Fax: 01236 428230 (National)
+44 1236 428230 (International)
E-mail: prosales@tannoy.com
DO NOT SHIP ANY PRODUCT TO TANNOY WITHOUT PREVIOUS AUTHORISATION
Our policy commits us to incorporating improvements to our products through continuous research
and development. Please confirm current specifications for critical applications with your supplier.
9 OPERATING & SERVICING
It is the responsibility of the user to ensure the loudspeaker is used within its operational capabilities in order to
avoid damage. Damage to a loudspeaker or the onset of damage is normally easy to detect – you can hear it.
Normal causes of loudspeaker failure can be attributed to the following:-
1. Amplifier Clipping (Normally associated with using an underpowered amplifier)
2. Voltage levels being applied to the speaker which is in excess of the recommended programme power.
3. Mechanical noise coming from the speaker (i.e. over excursion)
4. High levels of distortion
DO NOT drive any of your electronic equipment into clipping, particularly the power amplifiers.
Avoid sustained microphone feedback.
Avoid extreme boosts on equalizers and DSP loudspeaker management systems as these can cause excessive
input to the drivers at the boosted frequencies. Generally, cutting frequencies is preferred to correct for frequency
response problems. This will keep power levels within a predictable amount.
Tannoy VQ loudspeakers are capable of levels that can permanently damage hearing.
Take precautions so that audiences are not exposed to such levels (in excess of 100dBA). Due to the very low
distortion content from these loudspeakers, they may be producing SPL levels well in excess of what you think
they are. It is advisable to monitor the levels with an SPL meter.
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10 SERVICE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 1220
7900 1063
HF DIAPHRAGM
7900 1064
MF DIAPHRAGM
7900 1065
GRILLE ASSEMBLY
7900 1067
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 3194
7900 1061
RECONE KIT
7900 1062
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 1221
7900 1066
HF DIAPHRAGM
7900 1064
MF DIAPHRAGM
7900 1065
GRILLE ASSEMBLY
7900 1067
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 3194
7900 1061
RECONE KIT
7900 1062
RECONE KIT
7900 1062
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 3194
7900 1061
GRILLE ASSEMBLY
7900 1068
Part No. Description
8001 5250
7900 1055
8001 5260
8001 2820
8001 2850
VQ FLYING BRACKET
VQ LINK PLATE
VQ ROD END
VEB FORGED EYE BOLT M10 (PACK OF 3)
VPC POLE CLAMP
VQ 60
SERIES
VQ 100
VQ DF
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 1220
7900 1063
HF DIAPHRAGM
7900 1064
MF DIAPHRAGM
7900 1065
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 3194
7900 1061
RECONE KIT
7900 1062
GRILLE ASSEMBLY
7900 1067
VQ MB
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 1221
7900 1066
HF DIAPHRAGM
7900 1064
MF DIAPHRAGM
7900 1065
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 3194
7900 1061
RECONE KIT
7900 1062
GRILLE ASSEMBLY
7900 1067
DRIVER KIT
TYPE 3194
7900 1061
DRIVER KIT - TYPE 1221 -7900 1066
HF DIAPHRAGM - 7900 1064
HF DIAPHRAGM - 7900 1065
GRILLE ASSEMBLY - 7900 1069
ACCESSORIES
RECONE KIT
7900 1062
GRILLE ASSEMBLY
7900 1067
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11.1 VQ 60 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
System
Frequency Response (-3dB)
Frequency Range (-10dB)
System Sensitivity (1W @1m)
(1)
(1)
(2)
115Hz - 23kHz
90Hz - 27kHz
Bi-Amp
LF (80Hz - 450Hz) 105dB (2.0V @ 4 Ohms)
Passive MF/HF (450Hz - 23kHz) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
Tri-Amp
LF (80Hz - 450Hz) 105dB (2.0V @ 4 Ohms)
MF (450Hz - 7kHz) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
HF (7kHz - 23kHz) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
Dispersion (-6dB) 60 degrees conical
Driver Complement
LF 2 x 300mm (12.00”) Low
Frequency Transducers,
Semi Horn Loaded
MF/HF Dual Concentric™
Compression driver
loaded into a single
PSW™ Waveguide
Crossover Bi-amp 450Hz (active)
7kHz (passive)
Tri-amp 450Hz, 7kHz (active)
Directivity Factor (Q) 21.2 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz
Directivity Index (DI) 13.3 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz
Rated Maximum SPL
(2)
Average Peak
Low Frequency 135dB 141dB
Mid Frequency 138dB 144dB
High Frequency 135dB 141dB
Passive MF/HF 138dB 144dB
Power Handling
(3)
Average Peak
LF @ 4 Ohms 1000W (63.3V) 2000W
MF @ 8 Ohms 200W (40V) 400W
HF @ 8 Ohms 90W (27V) 180W
Passive MF/HF @ 8 Ohms 200W (40V) 400W
Recommended Amplifier Power
Low Frequency 2000W into 4 Ohms
Mid Frequency 400W into 8 Ohms
High Frequency 200W into 8 Ohms
Passive MF/HF 400W into 8 Ohms
Nominal Impedance
Low Frequency 4 Ohms (4.1 Ohms Minimum)
Mid Frequency 8 Ohms (7.0 Ohms Minimum)
High Frequency 8 Ohms (8.7 Ohms Minimum)
Construction
Enclosure 18mm (0.71") birch plywood.
Grille Powder coated perforated steel grille
Finish Black or white textured paint
Connectors Barrier Strip
Fittings 8 x Recessed carrying handles
Dimensions 925mm x 694mm x 515mm
NET Weight 77kg (170.0 lbs)
Notes:
(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 3 metres on axis, then referred
to 1 metre
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 3 metres in an anechoic chamber,
then referred to 1 metre
(3) Accelerated Life Test (EIA RS426-B)\
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.
Vented and internally braced.
(custom colours on request)
12 x M10 flying inserts
(36.42" x 27.32" x 20.28")
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11.2 VQ 100 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
System
SERIES
System Type 3-Way Full Range -
Point Source
Frequency Response (-3dB)
Frequency Range (-10dB)
(1)
(1)
115Hz - 23kHz
90Hz - 27kHz
Operating Modes Bi-Amp (LF,MF/HF)
User Configurable
Tri-Amp (LF, MF,HF)
User Configurable
System Sensitivity (1W @1m)
(2)
Bi-Amp
LF (80Hz - 450Hz) 105dB (2.0V @ 4 Ohms)
Passive MF/HF (450Hz - 23kHz) 110dB (2.83V @ 8ohms)
Tri-Amp
LF (80Hz - 450Hz) 105dB (2.0V @ 4 Ohms)
MF (450Hz - 7kHz) 111dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
HF (7kHz - 23kHz) 110dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
Dispersion (-6dB) 100 degrees conical
Driver Complement
LF 2 x 300mm (12.00”) Low
Frequency Transducers,
Semi Horn Loaded
MF/HF Dual Concentric™
Compression driver loaded into
a single PSW™ Waveguide
Crossover Bi-amp 450Hz (active)
7kHz (passive)
Tri-amp 450Hz, 7kHz (active)
Directivity Factor (Q) 8.5 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz
Directivity Index (DI) 9.3 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz
Rated Maximum SPL
(2)
Average Peak
Low Frequency 135dB 141dB
Mid Frequency 134dB 140dB
High Frequency 133dB 139dB
Passive MF/HF 134dB 140dB
Power Handling
(3)
Average Peak
LF @ 4 Ohms 1000W (63.3V) 2000W
MF @ 8 Ohms 200W (40V) 400W
HF @ 8 Ohms 90W (27V) 180W
Passive MF/HF @ 8 Ohms 200W (40V) 400W
Recommended Amplifier Power
Low Frequency 2000W into 4 Ohms
Mid Frequency 400W into 8 Ohms
High Frequency 200W into 8 Ohms
Passive MF/HF 400W into 8 Ohms
Nominal Impedance
Low Frequency 4ohms (4.1 Ohms Minimum)
Mid Frequency 8ohms (6.0 Ohms Minimum)
High Frequency 8ohms (8.6 Ohms Minimum)
Construction
Enclosure 18mm (0.71") birch plywood.
Grille Powder coated perforated
Finish Black or white textured paint
Connectors Barrier Strip
Fittings 8 x Recessed carrying handles
Dimensions 925mm x 694mm x 515mm
NET Weight 65kg (143.3 lbs)
Notes:
(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 3 metres on axis, then referred
to 1 metre
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 3 metres in an anechoic chamber,
then referred to 1 metre
(3) Accelerated Life Test (EIA RS426-B)\
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.
Vented and internally braced.
steel grille
(custom colours on request)
12 x M10 flying inserts
(36.42" x 27.32" x 20.28")
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11.3 VQ DF TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
System
System Type 2-Way Mid/High -
Point Source
Frequency Response (-3dB)
Frequency Range (-10dB)
(1)
(1)
400Hz - 23kHz
350Hz - 27kHz
Operating Modes Single Amplified
Bi-Amp (MF,HF) -
User Configurable
System Sensitivity (1W @1m)
(2)
Single Amplified
Passive MF/HF (450Hz - 23kHz) 110dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
Bi-Amp
MF (450Hz - 7kHz) 110dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
HF (7kHz - 23kHz) 110dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms)
Dispersion H x V (-6dB) 80 x 50 degrees
Driver Complement
MF/HF Dual Concentric™ Compression
driver loaded into a single
PSW™ Waveguide
Crossover Frequency Single Amplified - 7kHz (passive)
Bi-amp 7kHz (active)
Recommended HighPass
Filter @ 450Hz
Directivity Factor (Q) 13.4 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz
Directivity Index (DI) 11.3 averaged 1kHz to 10kHz
Rated Maximum SPL
(2)
Mid Frequency 134dB (average) 140dB (peak)
High Frequency 133dB (average) 139dB (peak)
Passive MF/HF 134dB (average) 140dB (peak)
Power Handling
(3)
Average Peak
MF @ 8 Ohms 200W (40V) 400W
HF @ 8 Ohms 90W (27V) 180W
Passive MF/HF @ 8 Ohms 200W (40V) 400W
Recommended Amplifier Power
Mid Frequency 400W into 8 Ohms
High Frequency 200W into 8 Ohms
Passive MF/HF 400W into 8 Ohms
Nominal Impedance
Mid Frequency 8 Ohms (6.5 Ohms Minimum)
High Frequency 8 Ohms (8.5 Ohms Minimum)
Construction
Enclosure 18mm (0.71") birch plywood.
Grille Powder coated perforated steel
grille
Finish Black or white textured paint
Connectors Barrier Strip
Fittings 2 x Recessed carrying handles
Dimensions 460mm x 694mm x 497mm
NET Weight 28kg (61.7 lbs)
Notes:
(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 3 metres on axis, then referred
to 1 metre
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 3 metres in an anechoic chamber,
then referred to 1 metre
(3) Accelerated Life Test (EIA RS426-B)\
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.
(custom colours on request)
9 x M10 flying inserts
(18.11" x 27.32" x 19.57")
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11.5 VQ MB TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
System
SERIES
System Type Mid Bass - Vented
(1)
Frequency Response (-3dB)
Frequency Range (-10dB)
System Sensitivity (1W @1m)
115Hz - 500Hz
(1)
90Hz - 600Hz
(2)
105dB (2.0V @ 4 Ohms)
105dB (2.0V @ 4 Ohms)
Driver Complement 2 x 300mm (12.00”) Low
Frequency Transducers,
Rated Maximum SPL
(2)
Semi HornLoaded
Average 135dB
Peak 141dB
Power Handling
(3)
Average 1000W (63.3V)
Peak 2000W
Rec Amplifier Power 2000W into 4 Ohms
Nominal Impedance 4 Ohms (4.1 Ohms Minimum)
Construction
Enclosure 18mm (0.71") birch plywood
Vented and internally braced
Notes:
(1) Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 3 metres on axis, then referred
to 1 metre
(2) Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 3 metres in an anechoic chamber,
then referred to 1 metre
(3) Accelerated Life Test (EIA RS426-B)\
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
Grille Powder coated perforated steel
grille
Finish Black or white textured paint
(custom colours on request)
Connectors Barrier Strip & 1 x NL4
Fittings 2 x Recessed carrying handles
12 x M10 flying inserts
Dimensions 433mm x 694mm x 515mm
(17.05" x 27.32" x 20.28")
NET Weight 37.0kg (81.6lbs)
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12 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following apparatus is manufactured in the United Kingdom by Tannoy Ltd of Rosehall Industrial estate, Coatbridge, Scotland,
ML5 4TF and conform(s) to the protection requirements of the European Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards and Directives
relevant to professional apparatus used in commercial light industrial environments. The apparatus is designed and constructed
such that electromagnetic disturbances generated do not exceed levels allowing radio and telecommunications equipment and
other apparatus to operate as intended, and, the apparatus has an adequate level of intrinsic immunity to electromagnetic
disturbance to enable operation as specified and intended.
Details of the Apparatus: Tannoy Contractor Loudspeaker
Model Number: VQ 60
VQ 100
VQ DF
VQ MB
Associated Technical File: EMCVQ60
EMCVQ100
EMCVQ-DF
EMCVQ-MB
Applicable Standards: EN 55103-1 1996 Emission
EN 55103-2 1996 Immunity
Electrical Safety: EN 60065: 1993
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SERIES
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vqseries.com
Tannoy United Kingdom T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com
Tannoy North America T: 00 1 (519) 745 1158 E: inquiries@tannoyna.com
Tannoy Deutschland T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881 E: anfragen@tannoy.com
Tannoy France T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473 E: ventes@tannoy.com
Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change.
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