Integrated with cutting edge digital signal processing, network control and dual channel
Class D amplication, the VQNET 40DF (40x40), is a very high output down ring Mid/
High loudspeaker system designed for applications requiring high impact sound
reinforcement with class leading pattern control. The modular design approach allows
the sound system designer to create seamless and predictable arrays, or they can be
used singly as part of large distributed systems. VQNET 40DF addresses the
requirement for compact dimensions without compromising performance in any way.
VQNET MH elements which are available in various patterns will integrate seamlessly
with the VQNET DF enclosures to facilitate tight pack arrays; the compound angles on
the enclosure avoid unsightly spaces between separate cabinets when arrayed
horizontally VQNET MB or VS 15DR elements can be added to extend bandwidth and
pattern control to lower frequencies.
Our unique approach in keeping what is effectively a Dual Concentric behind a single
horn gives us many performance advantages. Performance of the VQNET 40DF in
terms of accuracy & sound quality is second to none. The VQ horn design principles
provide denitive and measurable advantages over multiple-horn and co-axial designs.
Each VQNET 40DF incorporates a unique driver technology to radiate a coherent single
point source for superior dispersion control when coupled to a PSW™ (Point Source
Waveguide). This advanced design aligns the acoustical centres of the transducers
providing a single coherent wavefront emanating from the throat. The PSW™
waveguide achieves an optimum balance of extremely well controlled coverage,
smooth frequency response, and natural sound character.
The modular approach of ampliers, processing, monitoring and drivers designed into
each loudspeaker enables acoustic optimization for the speaker to perform as a unied
whole.The intuitive setup software, integrated processing, tuning control, performance
diagnostics and protection produces an easy to install and exceptionally high performance networkable loudspeaker.
For outdoor applications, weather resistant enclosures which incorporate stainless steel
hardware are available.
VNET™ Network
Each VQNET DF enclosure is fully VNET™ compliant.
VNET™ supports free network topology so that the
loudspeakers can be arranged in a daisy chain, linked in a
star conguration or in any combination of both.
Implementation of the network between nodes is via high
quality rugged Neutrik Ethercon connectors, which are
compatible with standard RJ45 plugs, and CAT5 cable.
Each speaker has a unique address for auto-location on
the network. System commissioning and ongoing network
control, incorporating real time diagnostics of electronics
and drive unit, are all managed by the exclusive VNET™
software package. Supplied with each unit, this intuitive
Windows tool controls all critical install, commissioning
and performance monitoring functions.
Features
• “PSW™ Waveguide” - Point source design
(Patent applied for).
• Excellent Phase Coherence
• Perfect time alignment without the associated problems
of multi source interference
• Compact Dimensions
• Class leading directivity characteristics
• Extremely high sensitivity, therefore high SPL’s can be
achieved with a very modest amount of amplier power
• Exceptional transient response
Applications
• Large Houses of Worship
• Large Corporate AV applications
• Stadiums & other Sports facilities
• Dance Clubs
• Live sound – concert halls, theatres,
open-air venues
Output Power (Programme) 400W MF, 200W HF (limited to)
Input Sensitivity 1.4V (+5.5dBu)
System Type Dual channel Class D
DSP System
Comms Facilities Firmware updatable and selected
parameters editable
CommunicationsSerial - RS485 Proprietary message format
Dynamic Range 112dB(A) typical
DSP 3rd generation SHARC
Sampling Frequency 96kHz 24 bit A/D-D/A word length
Format 1 IN - 2 OUT
PSU Specications
Input Connector Locking Neutrik Powercon
Voltage Selection Automatic (115 / 230V, 45 - 65Hz)
Type High current, high frequency switch mode
Efciency >90% typical
Input voltage 100V / 115V / 230V nominal +/-10%
Mains fuse External
Fuse type T10AT
Other features Automatic soft start
Current Draw 115V 230V
Startup (inrush) 3.5A 1.9A
idle 1.0A 0.56A
Max 3.5A 1.7A
Construction
Enclosure 18mm (0.71”) birch plywood.
Internally braced.
Grille Powder coated perforated steel grille
Finish Textured black or white paint
(custom colours on request)
Connectors 1 x female XLR (input)
1 x male XLR (link)
1 x RJ45 (network in)
1x RJ45 (network link)
1 x Neutrik Powercon
1 x Neutrik Powercon (outlet)
Controls & Indicators LED on front of cabinet behind grill.
(wink indicator for locating & assigning)
Power LED (Blue)
Signal LED (Green)
Limit LED (Red)
User DSP - defeat switch
Power Switch
Fittings 2 x Recessed carrying handles
11 x M10 ying inserts
Dimensions 500 mm x 694mm x 515mm (19.69” x 27.32” x 20. ”)
Net Weight 32kg (70.4lbs)
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
A full range of measurements, performance data, CLF and Ease™ Data can be
downloaded from www.tannoy.com
Full independent verication of published specications 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 specications, which Tannoy reserves the right to alter without prior
notice. Please verify the latest specications when dealing with critical applications.
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Ordering Information
PART NUMBER MODEL NAME COLOUR PACKED QUANTITY
8001 5800 VQNET 40DF BLACK 1
8001 5801 VQNET 40DF WHITE 1
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VQNET 40DF
VNET SOFTWARE
VNET™ SOFTWARE_
The loudspeakers are fully calibrated at the factory, avoiding the need to in put the correct speaker
management settings or dynamics at the point of install. This frees the installer to concentrate instead
on room measurement and system optimisation. System commissioning and ongoing venue network
control, incorporating real time diagnostics of electronics and drive unit, are all managed by the exclusive
VNET™ software package. Supplied with each unit, this intuitive Windows tool controls all of the critical
install, commissioning and performance monitoring functions. A standard wireless LAN-to-serial bridge
can be used to communicate with the network, allowing the commissioning engineer to sit in the
auditorium communicating from a laptop on 802.11b
MONITORING & TELEMETRY FUNCTIONS_
During normal operation the speakers on the network will appear as minimised panels in the form of a
status monitor icon (Monicon) on the computer screen. These are laid out to reect the physical layout
of the speakers within the venue so that the user can monitor system status and component condition
at a glance. The minimised panels can be expanded to reveal highly detailed information in real time:
• Input clip indicator
• Two output limiter bar graph meter
• Heat sink temperature bar graph meter
• Amplier clip indicators (HF & LF on full range units)
• Transducer Failure Indicators (HF & LF on full range units)
• Amplier protect status indicator
VNET™ Software Features
The on-screen control panel for each device in the network has a properties tab consisting of the following:
• Model Name is factory set with product model name
• Network Handle (read only) is a numerical value set at the time of manufacture to uniquely identify
the device on the network
• Device Name is the specic user dened name, such as ‘Stage.Left’ or ‘Delay 1’
• Firmware Version (read only) is a numerical value of rmware version running in the device
• Conguration Name is the 12 character name the user can dene to describe the current settings
(such as ‘Live Mode’)
• Current ‘Voice’ prole indication (read only) is a numerical value indicating the current speaker
‘voicing’ prole (the factory set equalization, crossover, & dynamics functions)
• Software le loader in VNET™ allows a future modication to the software to be uploaded,
such as a ‘voicing’ change or revised control software with new features
• Record of any temperature or current shutdowns
• Record of the number of power cycles
• Rolling four day bar graphs recording amplier temperature and any dynamics applied
Signal Processing
• Gain Section: input gain fader with edit box (-30 to +15dB in 0.2dB steps)
• Input Mute: On, Off
• High-Pass Filter section: frequency spin / edit box and shape drop-down box
• Low-Pass Filter Section: frequency spin / edit box and shape drop-down box
• Equaliser Section: high resolution input EQ curve display
• Low Shelf Band: frequency spin / edit box, slope spin / edit box and boost-cut / edit box
• High Shelf Band: frequency spin / edit box, slope spin / edit box and boost-cut / edit box
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VQNET 40DF
VQNET 100
VNET SC1 CONTROLLER
VQNET 100
VNET SC1 CONTROLLER
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POWER INLET
The processor has a switch mode power supply that is capable ofoperating with a nominal mains voltage of 85V to 240V, 50/60Hz withoutre-configuration.
V
NET™NETWORK PORTS
The network enabled V
NETSC1controller features two network ports for
connection to any V
NET™ system.
COMMUNICATIONS PORT CONNECTOR
Tannoy V
NETSC1processors may be controlled entirely from a PC
running V
NET™ software usingthis RS232 serial port connector. This port
is also used for updatingthe firmware in the unit.
SECURE MODE SWITCH
Amomentary button is fitted behind the rear panel, between the outputXLRs and the RS232 port. When activated, this will disable all the frontpanel controls so they cannot affect the signal path, making the unit secure against tampering.
AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS
The processed outputs are impedance balanced.
AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS
All audio connections are fully balanced.
Rear Panel
VNETSC1Controller
V
NETSC1Controller (network enabled)
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INPUT SIGNALINDICATORS
Aset of three pairs of LEDs indicate signal present, +4dBu and input clip for each channel.
STORE BUTTON
The unit has 45 preset locations.
RECALLBUTTON
To recall a preset, press the recall button and use parameter knob Ato select therequired preset.
CHANNELSELECT BUTTONS
The currently selected input or output channel is shown in the top left corner of the display. Pressing the channel select buttons scrolls through the availableinputs and outputs.
EDIT PARAMETER SELECT BUTTON
The name of the edit parameter page is displayed in the bottom left portion of the LCD.
DISPLAYSCREEN
Preset, channel, parameter and status information is shown on the 2x 24-character text display. In most screens the currently selected channel is displayedbeing the upper line and the edit parameter on the lower line.
PARAMETER EDIT ENCODERS
Three velocity sensitive parameter knobs are used to adjust parameters shownon the display. Up to three parameters at a time are displayed on the screen.
LIMITER INDICATOR
Two LEDs are provided for each output channel.
MUTE BUTTONS
Each output has a mute button and associated mute status LED.
Front Panel
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POWER INLET
The processor has a switch mode power supply that is capable ofoperating with a nominal mains voltage of 85V to 240V, 50/60Hz withoutre-configuration.
V
NET™NETWORK PORTS
The network enabled V
NETSC1controller features two network ports for
connection to any V
NET™ system.
COMMUNICATIONS PORT CONNECTOR
Tannoy V
NETSC1processors may be controlled entirely from a PC
running V
NET™ software usingthis RS232 serial port connector. This port
is also used for updatingthe firmware in the unit.
SECURE MODE SWITCH
Amomentary button is fitted behind the rear panel, between the outputXLRs and the RS232 port. When activated, this will disable all the frontpanel controls so they cannot affect the signal path, making the unit secure against tampering.
AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS
The processed outputs are impedance balanced.
AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS
All audio connections are fully balanced.
Rear Panel
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VNET SC1 Controller
VNET SC1 Controller (network enabled)
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INPUT SIGNAL INDICATORS
A set of three pairs of LEDs indicate signal present, +4dBu and input clip for each channel.
STORE BUTTON
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The unit has 45 preset locations.
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RECALL BUTTON
To recall a preset, press the recall button and use parameter knob A to select the
required preset.
4
CHANNEL SELECT BUTTONS
The currently selected input or output channel is shown in the top left corner
of the display. Pressing the channel select buttons scrolls through the available
inputs and outputs.
5
EDIT PARAMETER SELECT BUTTON
The name of the edit parameter page is displayed in the bottom left portion of the LCD.
DISPLAY SCREEN
6
Preset, channel, parameter and status information is shown on the 2x 24character text display. In most screens the currently selected channel is
displayed being the upper line and the edit parameter on the lower line.
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PARAMETER EDIT ENCODERS
Three velocity sensitive parameter knobs are used to adjust parameters shown
on the display. Up to three parameters at a time are displayed on the screen.
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LIMITER INDICATOR
Two LEDs are provided for each output channel.
MUTE BUTTONS
Each output has a mute button and associated mute status LED.
Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specication is subject to change
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POWER INLET
The processor has a switch mode power supply that is capable of
operating with a nominal mains voltage of 85V to 240V, 50/60Hz
withoutre-conguration.
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VNET™ NETWORK PORTS
The network enabled VNET SC1 controller features two network
ports for connection to any VNET™ system.
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COMMUNICATIONS PORT CONNECTOR
Tannoy VNET SC1 processors may be controlled entirely from a PC
running Vnet™ software using this RS232 serial port connector. This
port is also used for updating the rmware in the unit.
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SECURE MODE SWITCH
A momentary button is tted behind the rear panel, between the
output XLRs and the RS232 port. When activated, this will disable
all the front panel controls so they cannot affect the signal path, making
the unit secure against tampering.
AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS
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The processed outputs are impedance balanced.
AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS
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All audio connections are fully balanced.
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VQNET 100
OPTIONALVNETTMUSB AND RS232 INTERFACE
The rack-mountable V
NET
TM
interface allows for communication between a VNETTMnetwork and computer.
If communicating with a non-networked SC1direct communication via the PC & SC1can be made with a standard seriallead, or USB-RS232 cable.
VQNET 100
OPTIONALVNETTMUSB AND RS232 INTERFACE
The rack-mountable V
NET
TM
interface allows for communication between a VNETTMnetwork and computer.
If communicating with a non-networked SC1direct communication via the PC & SC1can be made with a standard seriallead, or USB-RS232 cable.
OPTIONALV
NET
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ACCESSORYPOWER SUPPLY
The PSU is only required when communication with a V
NET
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network is by RS232.
VQNET 100
OPTIONALVNETTMUSB AND RS232 INTERFACE
The rack-mountable V
NET
TM
interface allows for communication between a VNETTMnetwork and computer.
If communicating with a non-networked SC1direct communication via the PC & SC1can be made with a standard seriallead, or USB-RS232 cable.
OPTIONALV
NET
TM
ACCESSORYPOWER SUPPLY
The PSU is only required when communication with a V
NET
TM
network is by RS232.
OPTIONALRACK MOUNT KIT
This 1U bracket allows you to rack mount up to three V
NET
TM
interface accessories in a standard 19" equipment rack.
VNET SC1 CONTROLLER
OPTIONAL VNET
TM
USB AND RS232 INTERFACE
The rack-mountable VNETTM interface allows for communication between a VNETTM network and computer.
If communicating with a non-networked SC1 direct communication via the PC & SC1 can be made with a standard serial
lead, or USB-RS232 cable.
OPTIONAL VNET
The PSU is only required when communication with a VNET
TM
ACCESSORY POWER SUPPLY
TM
network is by RS232.
OPTIONAL RACK MOUNT KIT
This 1U bracket allows you to rack mount up to three VNETTM interface accessories in a standard 19” equipment rack.
Ordering Information
PART NUMBER MODEL NAME COLOUR PACKED QUANTITY
8001 4450 VNETTM USB / RS 232 Interface BLACK 1
8001 4460 VNETTM Power Supply Interface BLACK 1
8001 4470 VNETTM Interface 1U rack mount kit BLACK 1
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Architectural specications
The loudspeaker shall consist of a Dual Concentric™ Compression driver with a 3.5” Midrange voice coil and a 2” High Frequency voice coil, both
mounted in a common subsystem with a common 2” exit. This Dual Concentric™ compression driver shall be coupled to a PSW™ (Point Source
Waveguide) constant directivity horn operating over the frequency range of 400Hz to 23kHz. The Mid/High frequency elements shall be driven by an
integrated dual channel Class D amplier through a DSP generated crossover. The loudspeaker shall have user congurable DSP functionality.
A variable high pass lter shall be provided for use with subwoofers.
The loudspeaker shall be trapezoidal in shape.
Performance of the loudspeaker shall meet or exceed the following criteria:
The Mid/High section shall be capable of producing a peak output of 141dB SPL on axis at 1 meter.
The dispersion of the loudspeaker shall be 40 degrees conical (-6dB). The enclosure shall be of birch plywood construction and internally braced. The
enclosure shall be tted with two integral carrying handles, and eleven M10 inserts for ying hardware. The enclosure shall not exceed the following
dimensions (H x W x D): 500 mm x 694mm x 515mm (19.69” x 27.32” x 20.5”)
The loudspeaker shall be the Tannoy... VQNET 40DF.