DVS 6T - Loudspeaker TANNOY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Ceiling Loudspeaker
Driver Size	6.5 inches
Frequency Response	80 Hz – 20 kHz
Sensitivity (1W/1m)	90 dB
Power Handling (Continuous)	60 W
Impedance (Low Impedance)	16 ohms
Transformer Taps (70V/100V)	60W / 30W / 15W / 7.5W & bypass
Dimensions (Diameter x Depth)	280 x 248 mm
Cut-out Diameter	245 mm
Weight	3.5 kg
Housing Material	Steel with backcan
Grille Finish	White (paintable)
Mounting	Ceiling mount via dog-leg clips
Conduit Connection	Yes
Protection Rating	IP54 (when installed with optional cover)
Operating Temperature	-25°C to +55°C
Safety	Install securely; avoid exposure to moisture without IP cover.
Maintenance	Wipe with dry cloth; do not use liquids or solvents.
Spare Parts	Grille, transformer, driver assembly available.
Repairability	Serviceable by qualified personnel; replaceable driver and transformer.

Frequently Asked Questions - DVS 6T TANNOY

What is the power handling of the Tannoy DVS 6T?

The DVS 6T handles up to 60 W continuous in low-impedance mode, and has transformer taps for 60W, 30W, 15W, and 7.5W in 70V/100V systems.

Can the DVS 6T be used outdoors?

It has an IP54 rating when installed with the optional weatherproof cover. Without it, it is suitable only for indoor use.

What is the impedance of the DVS 6T?

The low-impedance version is 16 ohms. The transformer taps allow operation on 70V or 100V lines.

How do I install the DVS 6T in a ceiling?

Cut a 245 mm diameter hole, then insert the speaker and tighten the dog-leg clips from the front. The grille snaps on.

Is the grille paintable?

Yes, the grille is white and can be painted to match the ceiling. Remove it before painting.

What is the frequency response of the DVS 6T?

The frequency response is 80 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB). It is designed for foreground and background music.

Does the DVS 6T come with a backcan?

Yes, it includes a steel backcan for safety and acoustic isolation.

Can I use the DVS 6T with a standard amplifier?

Yes, you can use it directly on a low-impedance amplifier (16 ohm output). Alternatively, use the transformer for 70V/100V systems.

What tools are needed for installation?

You need a hole saw (245 mm), screwdriver (for terminal block), and possibly a ladder.

How do I select the power tap on the transformer?

Set the tap (60W, 30W, 15W, 7.5W) using the rotary switch on the speaker. Ensure total system wattage does not exceed amplifier power.

USER MANUAL DVS 6T TANNOY

Stylish Surface Mount Loudspeakers

Two black TANOX audio speakers standing upright, no visible text or symbols on the speaker surfaces

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 4
2. Safety Instructions 4
3. Product Feature Identification 5
4. Standard Accessories 6
5. Installation Guidelines 7
6. DVS Dimensions 8
7. Technical Specifications 11
8. Warranty 14

1. Introduction

Designed for a wide variety of sound reinforcement applications the Tannoy DVS 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 DVS offers outstanding durability and resistance to scuffs and knocks. Able to deliver consistent performance under a wide range of adverse conditions the DVS is suited to applications indoors or out. Available in black or white the DVS will effectively blend into most backgrounds. Utilisation of the point source loudspeaker allows the DVS 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. Only available with built-in line transformer. For applications requiring extended low frequency enhancement, a range of Tannoy sub-bass systems are available and can be used in conjunction with the DVS.

2. Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. The user is responsible for fixing the hardware to the surface to ensure safe operation. The fixings must support the weight of the product – please consult the manual's specification page for the appropriate weights. Please consult the relevant construction codes in your region for further information on suitable hardware fixing methods.

Tannoy will not be held responsible for any damages caused by the improper installation of these loudspeakers.

3. Product Feature Identification

4. Standard Accessories

3D rendered black Dinkle Seal component with a flanged base and cylindrical protrusion (no text or symbols on the object itself)

5. Installation Guidelines

1. Fix the yoke bracket to the surface using a suitable fixing method. (Fig.1)
2. Feed the speaker cable through the cable clamp cover then connect the Euro-type plug to the wires, observing the correct polarity. (Fig.2)
3. For connection to the loudspeaker, use Pins 1 (+) and 2 (-). Pins 3 (-) and 4 (+) are in parallel for connection to additional speakers in a distributed line. (Fig.3)
4. Offer the speaker up to the bracket and attach using the thumb screws provided (Fig.4)
5. Connect the Euro-type plug then replace the rubber grommet to ensure the speaker is sealed. (Fig.5)
6. The DVS 4t models are fitted with 30 W transformers. (Fig.6)

THE SPEAKER IS SUPPLIED IN LOW IMPEDANCE MODE. NEVER CONNECT THE SPEAKER TO A 70/100 VOLT AMPLIFIER WHILE IT IS SET FOR LOW IMPEDANCE.

1. The DVS 6t and DVS 8t models are fitted with 60 W transformers. (Fig.7)

THE SPEAKER IS SUPPLIED IN LOW IMPEDANCE MODE. NEVER CONNECT THE SPEAKER TO A 70/100 VOLT AMPLIFIER WHILE IT IS SET FOR LOW IMPEDANCE.

Fig.1

Fig.2

Fig.3

Black plastic mechanical component with mounting bracket and side holes (no text or symbols)

Fig.4

Black rectangular electronic device with attached ports and cables (no visible text or symbols)

Fig.5

Fig.6

Fig.7

6. DVS Dimensions

DVS 4

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with concentric circles and mounting holes (no text or symbols)

Pure technical line drawing of a mechanical component or housing without any text, numbers, or symbols

6. DVS Dimensions

DVS 6

6. DVS Dimensions

DVS 8

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with concentric circles and mounting holes (no text or symbols)

Pure technical line drawing of a mechanical component or housing without any text, numbers, or symbols

7. Technical Specifications

DVS 4/DVS 4t Model

Performance

System	DVS 4
Frequency response (-3 dB)(1)	75 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB)(1)	60 Hz - 30 kHz
Rated sensitivity (1W @ 1m)(2)	84 dB
Dispersion (-6 dB)	110 degrees conical
Directivity factor (Q)	6.5 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz
Directivity Index (DI)	5.3 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz
Power Handling
Average 40 W
Programme 80 W
Peak 160 W
Recommended Amplifier Power	80 W @ 6 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z)	6 ohms
Rated maximum SPL (1 m, Lo Z)(2)
Average 100 dB
Peak 106 dB
Crossover Point	3.9 kHz - 2nd order LF, 2nd or

Distortion

10% full power (4.9 V) Harmonics
		2nd 3rd
	250 Hz	0.738% 0.772%
	1 kHz	0.145% 0.234%
	10 kHz	0.070% 0.070%
1% full power (1.55 V)
	250 Hz	0.320% 0.311%
	1 kHz	0.078% 0.174%
	10 kHz	0.087% 0.087%

Transducers

Low Frequency	100 mm (4.00") mineral loaded cone material
High Frequency	19 mm (0.75")

Physical

Enclosure	ABS
Grille	Aluminium, Painted
Connectors	Euroblock type removable locking connector with screw terminals with "loop through" facility
Transformer Setting	Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D)	277.0 x 170.4 x 165.6 mm(10.91" x 6.71" x 6.52")
Net Weight (ea)	1.8 kg (3.96 lbs)
Shipped weight	5.4 kg (11.9 lbs)
Supplied Accessories	Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity	2

Transformer Version (specifications as above except)

Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70 V	30 W (165 Ω) / 15 W (330 Ω) / 7.5 W (660 Ω) / 3.75 W (1320 Ω) / OFF & low impedance operation
100 V	30 W (330 Ω) / 15 W (660 Ω) / 7.5 W (1320 Ω) / OFF & low impedance operation
Maximum wire gauge for connector	2.5 mm ^2 CSA (AWG12)
Safety Agency Ratings	UL-1480, CE
Net Weight (ea)	2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)
Shipped Weight	6.2 kg (13.66 lbs)

Ordering Information

Part Number Colour

8001 6710

DVS 4 Black

8001 6711

DVS 4 White

8001 6720

DVS 4t Black

8001 6721

DVS 4t White

LISTED

UL-1480

Notes:

1. Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis in an Anechoic Chamber

2. Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 1 metre in an Anechoic Chamber

A full range of measurements, performance data, CLF and Esse™ Data for DVS 4 can be downloaded from www.lannoypro.com.

Tannoy operates a policy of continuous research and development. The introduction of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the publishing specifications, which Tannoy reserves the right to aller without prior notice. Please verify the latest specifications when dealing with critical applications.

Copyright (c) 2016 Tannoy Limited. All rights reserved.

7. Technical Specifications

DVS 6/DVS 6t Model

Performance

System	DVS 6
Frequency response (-3 dB)(1)	80 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB)(1)	65 Hz - 30 kHz
Rated sensitivity (1W @ 1m)(2)	88 dB
Dispersion (-6 dB)	90 degrees conical
Directivity factor (Q)	10.6 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz
Directivity Index (DI)	9.6 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz
Power Handling
Average 60 W
Programme 120 W
Peak 240 W
Recommended Amplifier Power	120 W @ 6 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z)	6 ohms
Rated maximum SPL (1 m, Lo Z)(2)
Average 105 dB
Peak 111 dB
Crossover Point	4.3 kHz - 2nd order LF, 2nd order HF

Distortion

10% full power (6.0 V) Harmonics
		2nd 3rd
	250 Hz	0.934% 0.316%
	1 kHz	0.292% 0.560%
	10 kHz	0.740% 0.050%
1% full power (1.9 V)
	250 Hz	0.225% 0.326%
	1 kHz	0.082% 0.363%
	10 kHz	0.147% 0.066%

Transducers

Low Frequency	160 mm (6.00") mineral loaded cone material
High Frequency	19 mm (0.75")

Physical

Enclosure	ABS
Grille	Aluminium, Painted
Connectors	Euroblock type removable locking connector with screw terminals with "loop through" facility
Transformer Setting	Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D)	340.5 x 212.2 x 216.5 mm(13.41 x 8.36 x 8.52")
Net Weight (ea)	3.1 kg (6.83 lbs)
Shipped weight	8.5 kg (18.94 lbs)
Supplied Accessories	Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity	2

Transformer Version (specifications as above except)

Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70 V	60 W (83 Ω) / 30 W (165 Ω) / 15 W (330 Ω) / 7.5 W (660 Ω) / OFF & low impedance operation
100 V	60 W (165 Ω) / 30 W (330 Ω) / 15 W (660 Ω) / OFF & low impedance operation
Maximum wire gauge for connector	2.5 mm ^2 CSA (AWG12)
Safety Agency Ratings	UL-1480, CE
Net Weight (ea)	4.1 kg (9.03 lbs)
Shipped Weight	10.6 kg (23.35 lbs)

Ordering Information

Part Number Colour

8001 6730

DVS 6 Black

8001 6731

DVS 6 White

8001 6740

DVS 6t Black

8001 6741

DVS 6t White

LISTED

UL-1480

Notes:

1. Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at
   1 metre on axis in an Anechoic Chamber
2. Unweighted pink nose input, measured at
   1 metre in an Anechoic Chamber

A full range of measurements, performance data, CLF and Ease™ Data for DVS 6 can be downloaded from www.lannoypro.com.

Tarroy operates a policy of continuous research and development. The introduction of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the publishing specifications, which Tarroy reserves the right to alter without prior notice. Please verify the latest specifications when dealing with critical applications.

Copyright (c) 2016 Tannoy Limited. All rights reserved.

7. Technical Specifications

DVS 8/DVS 8t Model

Performance

System	DVS 6
Frequency response (-3 dB) ^(1)	75 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB) ^(1)	60 Hz - 30 kHz
Rated sensitivity (1W @ 1m) ^(2)	90 dB
Dispersion (-6 dB)	80 degrees conical
Directivity factor (Q)	12.3 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz
Directivity Index (DI)	10.0 averaged 1 kHz to 10 kHz
Power Handling
Average 70 W
Programme 140 W
Peak 280 W
Recommended Amplifier Power	140 W @ 6 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z)	6 ohms
Rated maximum SPL (1 m, Lo Z) ^(2)
Average 108 dB
Peak 114 dB
Crossover Point	3.4 kHz - 2nd order LF, 2nd ord

Distortion

10% full power (6.48 V) Harmonics
		2nd 3rd
	250 Hz	0.891% 0.217%
	1 kHz	0.235% 0.643%
	10 kHz	0.666% 0.093%
1% full power (2.05 V)
	250 Hz	0.236% 0.192%
	1 kHz	0.051% 0.409%
	10 kHz	0.217% 0.081%

Transducers

Low Frequency	200 mm (8.00") mineral loaded cone material
High Frequency	19 mm (0.75")

Physical

Enclosure	ABS
Grille	Aluminium, Painted
Connectors	Euroblock type removable locking connector with screw terminals with "loop through" facility
Transformer Setting	Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D)	451.8 x 290.0 x 296.0 mm(17.78 x 11.42 x 11.65")
Net Weight (ea)	5.3 kg (11.67 lbs)
Shipped weight	14.6 kg (32.16 lbs)
Supplied Accessories	Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity	2

Transformer Version (specifications as above except)

Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70 V	60 W (83 Ω) / 30 W (165 Ω) / 15 W (330 Ω) / 7.5 W (660 Ω) / OFF & low impedance operation
100 V	60 W (165 Ω) / 30 W (330 Ω) / 15 W (660 Ω) / OFF & low impedance operation
Maximum wire gauge for connector	2.5 mm ^2 CSA (AWG12)
Safety Agency Ratings	UL-1480, CE
Net Weight (ea)	6.3 kg (13.88 lbs)
Shipped Weight	16.6 kg (36.56 lbs)

Ordering Information

Part Number Colour

8001 6750

DVS 8 Black

8001 6751

DVS 8 White

8001 6760

DVS 8t Black

8001 6761

DVS 8t White

LISTED

UL-1480

Notes:

1. Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis in an Anechoic Chamber
2. Unweighted pink noise input, measured at 1 metre in an Anechoic Chamber

A full range of measurements, performance data, CLF and Ease™ Data for DVS 8 can be downloaded from www.lannoypro.com.

Tarnoy operates a policy of continuous research and development. The introduction of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the publishing specifications, which Tarnoy reserves the right to alter without prior notice. Please verify the latest specifications when dealing with critical applications.

Copyright (c) 2016 Tanncy Limited. All rights reserved.

8. Warranty

No maintenance of the DVS Series loudspeaker is necessary.

As part of the MUSIC Group, Tannoy is committed to providing the highest quality products, service and user experience for our 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 [e-mail]

For full warranty details including the extended Limited Warranty, please visit http://www.music-group.com/warranty.aspx and register your purchase online at www.music-group.com orwww.tannoy.com

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