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5. Interface Panel 

VSXNET Subwoofer Operation Manual  rev 2.0.0

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5. Interface Panel 

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THIS CLASS D DIGITAL DEVICE MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE

CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS AND

COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.

OPERATION SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS STATED IN THE MANUAL.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS

OUVRIR.

CAUTION

MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

- LIMIT

- SIGNAL

- POWER

FUSE

T10AL 250V

USER DSP

ON - OFF

INPUT

LINK

NETWORK

IN

NETWORK

LINK

THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED

A green signal present LED,

operating at -50 dB relative

to the minimum input level

XLR female audio input

XLR male audio link

RJ45 network input

RJ45 network link

Rocker power switch

Rugged Neutrik Powercon

locking mains connector

Fuse Holder

A user DSP ON/OFF

switch

In the OFF position this will

return the loudspeaker to

the factory default settings

A ‘NETWORK FOUND’ LED,

mounted on the front of the

cabinet, software controlled

to enable location of specific

nodes on the network

Amplifier & DSP Panel

Power LED

A ‘LIMIT/NETWORK

FOUND’LED displays

DSP limiter action for both

output channels. Also

duplicates the function of

the front mounted network

found LED

A ‘LIMIT/NETWORK

FOUND’LED displays

DSP limiter action for both

output channels. Also

duplicates the function of

the front mounted network

found LED

•  XLR FEMALE AUDIO INPUT — This is a lockable 
 

XLR line input socket for connection to the audio  

 

source. Fully Balanced. 

 

Pin 2 Hot (+), Pin 3 Cold (+), & Pin 1 Ground. 

•  XLR MALE AUDIO LINK - This is a lockable XLR  
 

line output socket to link additional speakers.  

 

Fully Balanced. 

 

Pin 2 Hot (+), Pin 3 Cold (+), & Pin 1 Ground. 

•  RJ45 NETWORK INPUT - For Control and  
 

monitoring functions over RS485. 

•  RJ45 NETWORK LINK - For linking cabinets.  
 

Vnet supports free network topology. Cabinets can  

 

be daisy chained or linked in a star configuration, or 

 

a combination of both. 

•  ROCKER POWER SWITCH — Turns AC power on 
 

to the unit (100 V — 240 V) 

•  FUSE HOLDER — Replace only with 10A 230 V 
 

anti-surge fuse. Tannoy part Number 3461 0919. 

•  AC MAINS CONNECOR — Neutrik Powercon  
 

mains connector (supplied) 

•  USER DSP ON/OFF SWITCH 

•  POWER LED — Blue LED indicates when power  
 

has been applied to the speaker. 

•  LIMIT/NETWORK FOUND LED — Also mounted on  
 

the front of the cabinet. This can be seen clearly  

 

from behind the grill when activated. 

•  SIGNAL PRESENT LED

Summary of Contents for VSXNET Series

Page 1: ...VSXNETSERIES High performancesubwoofers Operation Manual ...

Page 2: ...en moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 11 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been droppe...

Page 3: ... Cooling 6 6 3 LED functions 7 6 4 Limiters 7 6 5 Audio Connections 7 6 6 User DSP On Off 8 7 Network Connections 9 7 1 Linking Cabinets 10 8 Software Installation 11 8 1 Updating Firmware 20 9 Equalisation 22 10 Rigging and Safety Procedures 23 11 SECUR ET VEB Eyebolt 24 12 Dimensions 24 13 Technical Specifications 27 14 Service Parts Accessories 28 15 Warranty 29 16 EU Declaration of Conformity ...

Page 4: ...are housed in rugged durable birch ply enclosures with ergonomic Integrip carry handles and an integrated pole mount recess Coupling VSXNET Series subwoofers to VX and VXP Series full range loudspeakers via the optional VTH pole mount facilitates portable PA applications without need for tripod stands 3 Unpacking Each Tannoy VSXNET Series subwoofer is carefully tested and inspected prior to shipme...

Page 5: ...twork Amplifier DSP Panel Power LED A LIMIT NETWORK FOUND LED displays DSP limiter action for both output channels Also duplicates the function of the front mounted network found LED A LIMIT NETWORK FOUND LED displays DSP limiter action for both output channels Also duplicates the function of the front mounted network found LED XLR FEMALE AUDIO INPUT This is a lockable XLR line input socket for co...

Page 6: ... connectors which mate with the Neutrik NAC3FCA Cable connector quick lock with a securing lever for power in This AC mains connector is supplied with each VNET product The amplifier operates between the ranges of 100 to 240 Volts the auto ranging power supply detects the mains voltage automatically and configures accordingly Replace the mains fuse only with the same T10A HBC type supplied by Tann...

Page 7: ...d the LED will flash intensely as an aid to locate and identify loudspeakers connected on the network The red limit LED on the back panel also doubles as a network find LED duplicating the function of the blue front mounted LED 6 4Limiters The limiters are carefully set up to preserve the loudspeakers dynamic headroom by allowing short term transients to pass audible degradation in sound will only...

Page 8: ... used by an operator who has been using the Podware software for editing EQ gain delay at the end of the performance he mutes the loudspeakers from within the software and the loudspeakers are returned to hire stock after the performance Next day there is a rush for a small hire comprising only a couple of VNET loudspeakers The speakers are taken to the small gig where the operator is not making u...

Page 9: ...een failure would be isolated to only that particular node RS 485 is standard for sending serial data It uses a pair of wires to send a differential signal over distances up to 4000 feet 1200 m without a repeater The differential signal makes it very robust RS 485 is one of the most popular communications methods used in industrial applications where it s noise immunity and long distance capabilit...

Page 10: ...ential for the network to function correctly 7 1LinkingCabinets The table below shows the standard straight through convention for CAT5 patch cables clip down These can be used between network nodes Bear in mind though that only Pins 1 2 5 are used to link the network together To aid the construction of very large networks each speaker provides a source of power 12 Volts on the network Link connec...

Page 11: ... of the plumbing involved in developing software enabling developers to focus on the core business logic code Makes it easier than ever before to build deploy and administer secure robust and high performing applications The NET Framework is composed of the common language runtime and a unified set of class libraries You can check to see if you already have the NET Framework 1 1 installed by click...

Page 12: ...ammes insert the CD 2 Select your destination Folder Click Next Open the CD contents Double click on the Setup exe icon The welcome screen will appear Click Next Scenario Required Processor Recommended Processor Required RAM Recommended RAM Client Windows Forms and Windows Services Pentium 90 MHz Pentium 90 MHz or faster 32 MB 96 MB or higher Server Pentium 133 MHz Pentium 133 MHz or faster 128 MB...

Page 13: ...allation VSXNETSubwooferOperationManual rev2 0 0 13 3 Confirm Installation Click Next 4 If you accept the license agreement check I Agree Then Click Next 5 The programme will begin installing 6 Installation Complete ...

Page 14: ...wing one click functions Open Opens a file which contains parameters for the device A dialogue will appear inviting you to choose a file to open Save Saves the current settings If you have previously opened or saved a file the configuration will be saved in the same file name otherwise a dialogue will appear inviting you to enter a file name If the settings have not changed since you last saved or...

Page 15: ...red parameters in the devices thus retaining synchronisation When a file is opened online the new settings are not only set in the control panel they are also transferred to the device Controlling Devices When online the tree menus will show the connected VNET speakers on the network Double clicking on the model on the tree view will open the control panel for each respective device Each open pane...

Page 16: ...king the scroll arrows Note that once the control is highlighted the PGUP PGDWN and Arrow keys or the mouse wheel may also be used to change the selection Spin Boxes The value would normally be adjusted by clicking on the top button to increase the displayed value or on the bottom button to reduce the displayed value Holding the mouse button whilst on a button will after a short delay cause the re...

Page 17: ... Values may be typed into either the bandwidth or Q part of the box A Frequency Response curve shows the shape of each filter individually by colour and the combined effect of all equalisation in white There are also High Low shelving filters Speaker Properties At the top of the panel there are several pieces of information about the connected device which are only activated when going On line to ...

Page 18: ...ed to emphasise by applying a positive Level parameter setting or de emphasising by applying a negative Level parameter setting a range of frequencies centred on the setting of the Frequency parameter and encompassing a frequency range determined by the Bandwidth parameter setting The two shelving filters allow all frequencies below that of the frequency parameter for the Low shelf or all frequenc...

Page 19: ... amplifier muted for a short time while checks are made that all is well During this time the indicators will both be solidly on The signal is then gently faded up accompanied by rapidly flashing indicators Smooth Adjustment Whenever a parameter is changed VNET will assess the likely impact on the signal path and will intelligently smoothly ramp to the new value or mute for a short time if the cha...

Page 20: ...om the network A firmware update will be common to all VNET products one file for all models Updating a devices firmware is straight forward 1 Download and save the new firmware file to disk 2 From the toolbar select Device Start Firmware Loader 3 The following message will appear 4 Click OK 5 Browse to the new firmware file select The following message will appear stating the old version number t...

Page 21: ...e 9 After the download is complete the following message appears The DSP is updating at this point Do not power down the unit or disconnect any network cable at this point During the update a red bar will show the progress of the firmware update bottom right of screen 10 The device will then power cycle automatically The loudspeaker is now ready for normal operation ...

Page 22: ...hould be applied gently and smoothly VNET full range loudspeakers are point source phase coherent designs and violent equalisation will be detrimental to the overall sound quality When a loudspeaker is used in close proximity to another comb filtering effects can create coverage problems comb filtering creates an uneven frequency response across the coverage area due to constructive and destructiv...

Page 23: ...se other than that indicated in this guide is considered to be improper use Such use can be very dangerous overloading modifying damaging or assembling in a manner other than that clearly stated in the Operation Manual will compromise safety The component parts of any Tannoy Professional hardware device must only be assembled using the accessory kits supplied and in strict compliance with the Oper...

Page 24: ...B M10 eyebolts are to be installed Replace these counter sunk M10 screws with the VEB M10 eyebolts Important It is imperative for safety reasons that two eyebolts each linked to two independently fixed straps are used per cabinet VEB eyebolts should be installed into the fly points as indicated in the following illustrations Never suspend one enclosure from another to form an array or cluster usin...

Page 25: ...onManual rev2 0 0 25 VSXNET15DR VSXNET18DR 250 0 9 84 580 0 22 83 580 0 22 83 508 0 20 00 494 0 19 45 422 0 16 61 43 0 1 69 Fly Points Fly Points 650 0 25 59 650 0 25 59 588 0 23 15 290 0 11 42 564 0 22 20 43 0 1 69 Fly Points Fly Points ...

Page 26: ...twork link 1 x Neutrik Powercon 1 x female XLR input 1 x male XLR link 1 x RJ45 network in 1 x RJA5 network link 1 x Neutrik Powercon 1 x female XLR input 1 x male XLR link 1 x RJ45 network in 1 x RJA5 network link 1 x Neutrik Powercon Controls Indicators LED on front of cabinet behind grille wink indicator for locating assigning Power LED blue Signal LED green Limit LED red User DSP defeat switch...

Page 27: ...Hz 3 dB output 22 kHz handwidth 0 05 1 kHz 3 dB output 22 kHz handwidth 0 05 1 kHz 3 dB output 22 kHz handwidth Input Impedance 5 6 k Ω unbalanced 11 2 k Ω balanced 5 6 k Ω unbalanced 11 2 k Ω balanced 5 6 k Ω unbalanced 11 2 k Ω balanced Output Power Programme 1200 W 1200 W 1200 W Input Sensitivity 1 4 V 5 5 dBu 1 4 V 5 5 dBu 1 4 V 5 5 dBu System Type Dual channel Class D Bridged Dual channel Cla...

Page 28: ...r customers One element of this commitment is our after sales support which now incorporates our extended Limited Warranty In the event of any concern that is not addressed by this extended Limited Warranty we would ask you to contact us at care music group com For full warranty details including the extended Limited Warranty please visit http www music group com warranty aspx and register your pu...

Page 29: ...l loudspeakers Range name VSXNET Models VSXNET 12 2BP VSXNET 15DR VSXNET 18DR Is are in conformity with the requirements of the following documents Ref No Title Edition BS EN 55103 1 Electromagnetic compatibility Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus 2009 for professional use Emissions BS EN 55103 2 Electromagnetic compatibility Product f...

Page 30: ...16 Notes 30 VSXNETSubwooferOperationManual rev2 0 0 16 Notes ...

Page 31: ...17 Notes VSXNETSubwooferOperationManual rev2 0 0 31 17 Notes ...

Page 32: ...ontinuous research and development The introduction of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the published specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice Copyright c 2015 Music Group Innovation SC Ltd All rights reserved ...

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