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1. Introduction

The Tannoy B950  is a dedicated subwoofer designed for high definition sound
reinforcement at low and ultra-low frequencies. It will extend the power bandwidth of
SuperDual sound reinforcement systems to below 30 Hz, making it ideal for effects
in club, theatre and concert sound reinforcement. Where ultra-low frequency
enhancement is required with increased system headroom and maximum impact,
combined frequency overlap is possible with cabinets like the B400.
The B950 is intended for use on the ground and can be close stacked, while the main
system is flown. This powerful loudspeaker is capable of delivering high sound
pressure levels with extremely low distortion while maintaining a uniform frequency
response throughout its dynamic range. This makes the speakers capable of
consistent intelligibility and tonal quality at any listening level.
The B950 comprises two 18-inch high efficiency bass units housed in a heavily
braced optimally vented enclosure. Ruggedly constructed from multiple-ply
hardwood the B950 features carrying handles and inserts for castors.

2. Unpacking

Every Tannoy product is carefully inspected before packing. After unpacking your
B950 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.

3. Connectors/Cabling

The B950 is fitted with 4-pole Speakon

 connectors. Speakon has the following

advantages over EP and XLR type connectors: All termination’s 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. Tannoy have
adopted the following wiring standard for all Superdual products :-

SPEAKON
CONNECTOR

SIGNAL

Pin 1+

Passive Full Range +
Active Low/Mid +
Low/Sub +

Pin 1-

Passive Full Range -
Active Low/Mid -
Low/Sub -

Pin 2+

Active High +

Pin 2-

Active High -

Should you encounter any problems obtaining Speakon connectors, please contact
Neutrik or its distributors directly on the following numbers:-

UK: N

EUTRIK 

M

ARKETING:

0171 792 8188

USA: N

EUTRIK 

USA I

NC.:

(201) 901 9488

Summary of Contents for B950

Page 1: ...B950 USER MANUAL...

Page 2: ...rs Cabling 4 Polarity Checking 5 Amplification Power Handling 6 Crossovers 7 Equalisation 8 Positioning 9 Dimensions 10 Performance Data 11 Technical Specifications 12 Recommended Service Parts Access...

Page 3: ...Unpacking Every Tannoy product is carefully inspected before packing After unpacking your B950 please inspect for any exterior physical damage and save the carton and any relevant packaging materials...

Page 4: ...larity 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 foll...

Page 5: ...turers 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 singl...

Page 6: ...undary is reflected As a result the sound pressure level can increase by as much as 3 dB effectively doubling the available amplifier power The loudspeaker is radiating its power into half as much spa...

Page 7: ...9 Dimensions B950 160 0 450 0 125 0 145 0 2 HANDLES BOTH ENDS 576 0 650 0 1110 0...

Page 8: ...10 Performance Data...

Page 9: ...18mm multi ply birch plywood Finish Textured black grey paint Protective Grille Perforated steel black with 50 free air flow Connectors 2 x Speakon NL4MPR IN OUT Rigging Fittings 4 x Recessed carrying...

Page 10: ...tal loudspeaker management system HK 220 240V 13 Warranty No maintenance of the B950 loudspeaker is necessary All Tannoy professional loudspeaker products are covered by a 5 year warranty from the dat...

Page 11: ...ted 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 l...

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