VQ 6 Product Description The VQ 6 is a full range, three-way loudspeaker system designed for applications which require very high output capability with class leading pattern control. The VQ 6 is perfectly suited for use in arrays or singly in demanding music or speech applications. Unlike line array solutions, the VQ 6 can produce enough power and clarity to be used individually maintaining your building s aesthetics. With low frequency extension to 9Hz, the VQ 6 can be combined with various subwoofersfor extended bandwidth. The VQ 6 can be configured for use in Bi-Amp or Tri-Amp mode, in conjunction with a suitable digital signal processor (DSP). 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 amplifier power Exceptional transient response Horn design involves balancing compromise..until now. Key performance parameters that can be controlled by the designer include: frequency response (both on and off-axis), horizontal and vertical beamwidth, directivity index,electrical impedance, harmonic distortion, and low frequency cut-off. Our unique approach in keeping what is effectively a Dual Concentric behind a single horn gives us many performance advantages. Performance of the VQ 6 in terms of accuracy & sound quality is secondto none. The VQ 6 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 coherentwavefront emanating from the throat. The PSW waveguide achieves an optimum balanceof extremely well controlled coverage, smooth frequency response, and natural sound character. The low frequency section, two (12 ) low frequency transducers, offers high power handling and low power compression for high continuous SPL capability. A newly designed loading design provides the highest possible sensitivity for low/mid frequency output. The VQ 6 is part of an expanding line up of VQ products, addressing the requirement for compact dimensions without compromising performance in any way. Applications Large Houses of Worship Large Corporate AV applications Stadiums & other Sports facilities Dance Clubs Live sound concert halls, theatres, open-air venues Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS System VQ 6 System Type Frequency Response (-3dB) (1) Frequency Range (-1dB) (1) Operating Modes System Sensitivity & Operating Freq. (1W @1m) (2) Bi-Amp (8Hz - 45Hz) Passive MF/HF (45Hz - 23kHz) Tri-Amp (8Hz - 45Hz) MF (45Hz - 7kHz) HF (7kHz - 23kHz) Dispersion (-6dB) Driver Complement MF/HF Crossover Directivity Factor (Q) Directivity Index (DI) 3-Way Full Range - Point Source 115Hz - 23kHz 9Hz - 27kHz Bi-Amp (,MF/HF) User Configurable Tri-Amp (, MF,HF) User Configurable 15dB (2.V @ 4 Ohms) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms) 15dB (2.V @ 4 Ohms) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms) 115dB (2.83V @ 8 Ohms) 6 degrees conical 2 x 3mm (12. ) Low Frequency Transducers, Semi Horn Loaded Dual Concentric Compression driver loaded into a single PSW Waveguide Biamp - 45Hz (active) 7kHz (passive) Tri-amp 45Hz, 7kHz (active) 21.2 averaged 1kHz to 1kHz 13.3 averaged 1kHz to 1kHz Rated Maximum SPL (2) Average Peak 135dB 141dB MF 138dB 144dB HF 135dB 141dB Passive MF/HF 138dB 144dB Power Handling (3) Average Programme @ 4 Ohms 1W (63.3V) 2W MF @ 8 Ohms 2W (4V) 4W HF @ 8 Ohms 9W (27V) 18W Passive MF/HF @ 8 Ohms 2W (4V) 4W Nominal Impedance MF HF Distortion Construction 4 Ohms (4.1 Ohms Minimum) 8 Ohms (7. Ohms Minimum) 8 Ohms (8.7 Ohms Minimum) 2nd Harmonic 3rd Harmonic 11dBSPL 5Hz 2.726 1.385 2kHz 1.3.231 5kHz 1.87.284 115dBSPL 5Hz 2.917 1.4476 2kHz 1.738.256 5kHz 2.948.311 12dBSPL 5Hz 2.941 1.395 2kHz 3.16.376 5kHz 5.58.387 125dBSPL 5Hz 3.51 1.371 2kHz 5.23.752 5kHz 8.65.948 Enclosure Grille Finish Connectors Fittings Dimensions Net Weight 18mm (.71 ) birch plywood. Internally braced. Powder coated perforated steel grille Textured black or white paint (custom colours on request) Barrier Strip and Speakon connector 8 x Recessed carrying handles 12 x M1 flying inserts 925mm x 694mm x 515mm (36.42 x 27.32 x 2.28 ) 77kg (169.4 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, C and Ease Data can be downloaded from www.tannoy.com Recommended Amplifier Power MF HF Passive MF/HF 2W into 4 Ohms 4W into 8 Ohms 2W into 8 Ohms 4W into 8 Ohms 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. Ordering Information PART NUMBER MODEL NAME COLOUR PACKED QUANTITY 81 48 VQ 6 BLACK 1 81 481 VQ 6 WHITE 1 Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplified 1-1 -2 MF/HF Complete -3-4 1 1 1 1 1 Anechoic Frequency Response (Bi-Amp Mode) Frequency Response: Digital Signal Processor 1-1 -2 MF/HF -3-4 1 1 1 1 1 Electrical Transfer Function for Optimal Operation (Bi-Amp Mode) Frequency Response: Processed Tri-amplified 1-1 -2 MF/HF -3-4 1 1 1 1 1 Anechoic Frequency Response (Tri-Amp Mode) Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS Frequency Response: Digital Signal Processor 1-1 -2-3 MF HF -4 1 1 1 1 1 Electrical Transfer Function for Optimal Operation (Tri-Amp Mode) Impedance vs frequency 5 45 Impedance (Ohms) 4 35 3 25 2 15 1 MF/HF 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 Impedance (Bi-Amp Mode) Impedance vs frequency 5 45 4 Impedance (Ohms) 35 3 25 2 15 1 MF HF 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 Impedance (Tri-Amp Mode) Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplified Horizontal Off-axis 1-1 -2-3 deg 1 deg 2 deg 3 deg 4 deg -4 1 1 1 1 1 Horizontal Off Axis Response (Bi-Amp Mode) Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplified Upper Vertical Off-axis 1-1 -2-3 deg 1 deg 2 deg 3 deg 4 deg -4 Vertical Upper Off Axis Response (Bi-Amp Mode) Frequency Response: Processed Bi-amplified Lower Vertical Off-axis 1-1 -2-3 deg 1 deg 2 deg 3 deg 4 deg -4 1 1 1 1 1 Horizontal Off Axis Response (Bi-Amp Mode) Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS Frequency Response: Processed Tri-amplified Frequency Response: Horizontal Processed Off-axis Tri-amplified Horizontal Off-axis 1-1 -2 deg 1 deg 2 deg 3 deg 4 deg -3-4 Horizontal Off Axis Response (Tri-Amp Mode) 1 1 1 1 1 1 Frequency Response: Processed Tri-amplified Frequency Response: Processed Tri-amplified Upper Upper Vertical Off-axis -1-2 -3 deg 1 deg 2 deg 3 deg 4 deg -4 1 1 1 1 1 Vertical Upper Off Axis Response (Tri-Amp Mode) Frequency Frequency Response: Response: Processed Processed Tri-amplified Lower Lower Vertical Vertical Off-axis Off-axis 1-1 -2 deg 1 deg 2 deg 3 deg 4 deg -3-4 1 1 1 1 1 Vertical Lower Off Axis Response Tri-Amp Mode) Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS Beamwidth vs Frequency 36 33 3 Degrees 27 24 21 18 15 Horizontal Beamwidth (1/3 Octave) Vertical Beamwidth (1/3 Octave) 12 9 6 3 1 1 1 Beamwidth (Bi-Amp Mode) 36 Beamwidth vs Frequency 33 Degrees 3 27 24 21 18 15 Horizontal Beamwidth (1/3 Octave) Vertical Beamwidth (1/3 Octave) 12 9 6 3 1 1 1 Beamwidth (Tri-Amp Mode) 1 Q vs Frequency Q vs Frequency Q 1 1 1 1 1 Q vs Frequency (Bi-Amp Mode) Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS 2 DI vs Frequency 15 DI 1 5 Directivity Index (Bi-Amp Mode) 1 1 1 1 Q vs Frequency Q 1 1 1 1 1 Q vs Frequency (Tri-Amp Mode) DI vs Frequency DI vs Frequency 2 15 DI 1 5 1 1 1 Directivity Index (Tri-Amp Mode) Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS POLAR PLOTS (1/3 OCTAVE) HORIZONTAL 1 Hz 125 Hz 16 Hz 2 Hz 25 Hz 315 Hz 4 Hz 5 Hz 33 3 3 33 3 3 3 6 6 3 6 6 27 27-48 9 9 27-48 9 63 Hz 8 Hz 1 khz 1.25 khz 1.6 khz 2 khz 2.5 khz 3.15 khz 33 3 3 33 3 3 3 6 6 3 6 6 27-48 9 9 27-48 9 4 khz 5 khz 6.3 khz 8 khz 1 khz 12.5 khz 16 khz 2 khz 33 3 3 33 3 3 3 6 6 3 6 27-48 9 27 9 27-48 9 Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS POLAR PLOTS (1/3 OCTAVE) VERTICAL 1 Hz 125 Hz 16 Hz 2 Hz 25 Hz 315 Hz 4 Hz 5 Hz 33 33 3 3 33 3 33 3 3 3 6 6 27 27-48 9 9 27 3 3 6-48 27 9 6 9 63 Hz 8 Hz 1 khz 1.25 khz 1.6 khz 2 khz 2.5 khz 3.15 khz 33 3 33 3 33 3 33 3 27 3 3 6-48 27 9 6 9 3 3 6-48 27 9 6 9 4 khz 5 khz 6.3 khz 8 khz 1 khz 12.5 khz 16 khz 2 khz 33 3 33 3 33 3 33 3 27 3 3 6-48 27 9 6 9 27 3 3 6-48 27 9 6 Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 DIMENSIONAL SKETCHES 694.mm (27.32 ) [27.32"] 515.mm (2.28 ) [2.28"] 925.mm (36.42 ) [36.42"] 882.mm [34.72"] (34.72 ) 528.5mm (2.81 ) [2.81"] 9.mm (3.54 ) [3.54"] 43.mm (1.69 ) 43. [1.69"] 472.mm [18.58"] (18.58 ) INPUT PANEL Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES VQ FLYING BRACKET (SINGLE POINT HANGING BRACKET) VQ LINK (LINK PLATE) VEB FORGED EYEBOLT VQ ROD END 12mm VQ ROD END 1/2in UNC Ordering Information PART NUMBER MODEL NAME COLOUR PACKED QUANTITY 81 525 VQ Flying Bracket (Single Point Hanging Bracket) BLACK 1 79 155 VQ Link (Link Plate) BLACK 3 81 526 VQ Rod End 12 BLACK 1 81 5261 VQ Rod End 1/2in UNC BLACK 1 81 282 VEB Forged Eyebolt - 3 Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 Architectural specifications 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 45Hz to 23kHz. The low frequency section consists of two 12 (3mm) woofers, and shall be mounted in a semi-horn loaded enclosure to provide significant off axis attenuation below 45Hz. The loudspeaker shall be user configurable for either Bi-Amp of Tri-Amp operation via the rear input panel. The loudspeaker shall be trapezoidal in shape. Performance of the loudspeaker, using the recommended electronic control shall meet or exceed the following criteria: The Low Frequency section shall produce a sound pressure level of 15dB SPL on axis at 1 meter with a power input of 1 Watt, and shall be capable of producing a peak output of 141dB SPL on axis at 1 meter. In Bi-amp mode the Mid/High section shall produce a sound pressure level of 115dB SPL on axis at 1 meter with a power input of 1 Watt, and shall be capable of producing a peak output of 144dB SPL on axis at 1 meter. In Tri-amp mode the Mid frequency section shall produce a sound pressure level of 115dB SPL on axis at 1 meter with a power input of 1 Watt, and shall be capable of producing a peak output of 144dB SPL on axis at 1 meter. The High Frequency section shall produce a sound pressure level of 115dB SPL on axis at 1 meter with a power input of 1 Watt, and shall be capable of producing a peak output of 141 db SPL on axis at 1 meter. The Low Frequency section shall handle 1 Watts of amplifier power and shall have a nominal impedance of 4 Ohms. In Bi-amp mode the Mid/High section shall handle 4 Watts of amplifier power and shall have a nominal impedance of 8 Ohms. In Tri-amp mode the Mid frequency section shall handle 4 Watts of amplifier power and shall have a nominal impedance of 8 Ohms. The High Frequency section shall handle 18 Watts of amplifier power and shall have a nominal impedance of 8 Ohms. The dispersion of the loudspeaker shall be 6 degrees conical (-6dB). The enclosure shall be of birch plywood construction and internally braced. The enclosure shall be fitted with eight integral carrying handles, and twelve M1 inserts for flying hardware. The enclosure shall not exceed the following dimensions (H x W x D): 925mm x 694mm x 515mm (36.42 x 27.32 x 2.28 ). The loudspeaker shall be the Tannoy...VQ 6. Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 NOTES Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 NOTES Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11
VQ 6 NOTES Tannoy (Direct UK) T: 44 () 1236 42199 E: enquiries@tannoy.com TCGI (ROW sales) T: 45 8742 7 E: info@tcgroup-international.com TCGA (Americas sales) T: 1 (519) 745 1158 E: info@tcgroup-americas.com Tannoy Middle East T: 971 (4) 44128 E: enquiries@tannoy.com VQ 6 // issue 1.12 // 22.3.11