1. Introduction
Designed for a wide variety of sound reinforcement applications the Tannoy
i6 AW ICT (All Weather) is an ultra compact loudspeaker system capable of
delivering high sound pressure levels with extremely low distortion, resulting in
outstanding clarity, definition and detail. A truly universal solution, the i6 AW ICT
offers outstanding durability and resistance to scuffs and knocks. Able to deliver
consistent performance under a wide range of adverse conditions the i6 AW ICT is
suited to applications indoors or out, whether it be a theme bar or theme park.
Available in black or white the i6 AW ICT will effectively blend into most backgrounds.
Utilisation of the point source ICT Drive unit allows the i6 AW ICT to be mounted on a
wall or ceiling in either horizontal or vertical orientations without affecting its
performance. A range of hardware options ensures simple and effective installation.
Also available with built in line transformer (i6T AW ICT).
This versatile design has addressed the two most common component failures
experienced in background music and sound reinforcement system installations,
namely the tweeter and the crossover. Due to the revolutionary design of the ICT™
drive unit, neither of these failures can occur, assuring you years of trouble free use.
ICT™ or Inductive Coupling Technology utilises a wireless electromagnetic tweeter
that does not require a crossover and cannot be burned out from heavy or abusive
use. The 1” aluminium high frequency dome has a deep drawn skirt, which sits on the
inside of the low frequency voice coil in the same magnetic gap. The skirt is like a
single shorted turn, which is induced with high frequency information generated by
the low frequency voice coil, which is fed a full bandwidth signal. The ICT™ dome is
at the heart of our 6.5” transducer which utilises a moulded plastic cone and nitryl
rubber surround to further enhance it’s durability and long term reliability.
For applications requiring extended low frequency enhancement, a range of Tannoy
sub-bass systems are available and can be used in conjunction with the i6 AW ICT.
2. Unpacking
Every Tannoy i6 AW ICT product is carefully inspected before packing. After
unpacking your loudspeakers, 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 i6AW ICT is fitted with two 4mm binding posts and a 4-pole Neutrik Speakon' for
connection to the amplifier. These are paralleled within the enclosure.
The two binding post terminals are capable of accepting cables with a conductor of
up to 6mm.
Red is Positive
Black is Negative
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 upto 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 conventional wiring standard for the i6AW ICT
product:
Pin 1+ is Positive
Pin 1- is Negative
For a worldwide list of Neutrik distributors see http://www.neutrik.com/
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, refer to the following table for guidance:-
