Tannoy AMS Series User manual

Operation Manual
AMS Series
Surface mount loudspeakers

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction 4
2. Safety Notices 4
3. Unpacking 5
4. Accessories 5
5. Installation 6
5.1. Installation using included yoke bracket ..................................................................................................6
5.2. Installation using optional VariBall bracket .............................................................................................. 7
6. Setting transformer taps 12
7. Product Dimensions 13
8. Technical Specications 17
9. Warranty 24

1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this new AMS Series product. Designed for both speech and music program material,
the Tannoy AMS range provides exceptional sonic quality and long-term reliability in all surface mount applications.
The AMS range offers ve models: three featuring a new generation of Dual Concentric™ drivers and two with an
improved version of Tannoy’s ICT™ technology. All new drivers have 16 ohm nominal impedance for optimized
use with Lab.gruppen ampliers. Other features include IP 64 rating for outdoor use, high-temperature molded
cabinets and custom color options. All AMS loudspeakers include a built-in line transformer.
Because all AMS models are true point-source loudspeakers, they may be mounted horizontally or vertically
without affecting performance. All models include a standard mounting yoke; a multi-angle accessory bracket is
available as an option.
2. Safety Notices
Installation Safety Notice
1. The user is responsible for xing the hardware to the surface to ensure safe operation. The xings must
support the weight of the product. Please consult the manual’s specication page for the appropriate
weights. Please consult the relevant construction codes in your region for further information on suitable
hardware xing methods.
2. Some regional construction codes require the use of a secondary method of securing loudspeakers to
surfaces to provide security of a back-up support. A secondary support line should be attached from the
safety loop on the rear of the product to a source point on the wall. Please consult the relevant construction
codes in your region.
3. Tannoy will not be held accountable for any damage caused by incorrect installation.
Electrical Safety Notice
To comply with the standard UL1480, metal-clad exible conduit (BX) is required for connection to the terminal
block for proper earth grounding.
SAFETY NOTE: In order to comply with the relevant re safety regulations (i.e. BS 5839:1998), it is required
that in the event of re, that failure of the circuit to which the loudspeaker is connected does not occur before
evacuation of the building is complete. Suitable measures include:
• Use of terminal blocks (for connection to primary) with a melting point of not less than 650°C, for example
constructed from ceramic materials;
• Use of terminal blocks of a lower melting point but protected with thermal insulation;
• Use of terminal blocks such that, on melting, an open-circuit or a short-circuit does not occur.

3. Unpacking
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3. Unpacking
Every Tannoy product is carefully inspected before shipment. After unpacking, please inspect your product to
ensure no damage has occurred in transit. In the unlikely event of damage, please notify your dealer and retain
all shipping materials as your dealer may require return shipment.
4. Accessories
Optional multi-angle accessory bracket
AMS 5 Multi-Angle Bracket AMS 6 & 8 Multi-Angle Bracket
The optional multi-angle accessory bracket utilizes a ball-in-socket design to enable free orientation of the
loudspeaker at any angle on either the horizontal or vertical axis. If desired, the loudspeaker orientation can be
easily changed within minutes. For installation instructions, see section 5.2.

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5. Installation
5.1. Installation using included yoke bracket
1. Fix the yoke bracket to an appropriate structural surface using a suitable xing method.
2. Remove the yoke trims from the product to access the bracket xing points.
3. Set the transformer tap as detailed in Section 6 following.
4. For indoor installation (proceed to step 5 for outdoor installation): Connect the euro-style plug to the wires,
observing correct polarity. Use pins 1(+) and 2 (-) for connection of the loudspeaker. Use pins 3 (-) and 4 (+)
for connection of additional loudspeakers in a distributed line. NOTE: Tighten pins 3 and 4 even if not used to
prevent vibration of the screws.
5. For outdoor installation: Feed the loudspeaker wire(s) through the opening in the neck of the cable entry
cover included with the product.
Connect the euro-style plug to the wires, observing correct polarity. Use pins 1(+) and 2 (-) for connection of the
loudspeaker. Use pins 3 (-) and 4 (+) for connection of additional loudspeakers in a distributed line.
NOTE: Tighten pins 3 and 4 even if not used to prevent vibration of the screws.
6. Place the loudspeaker inside the yoke bracket. Position buffers between bracket and loudspeaker as shown.
Attach with supplied xings using a 5mm Allen key. Use the longer hex screws supplied when mounting the
yoke bracket.

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7. Connect the euro plug to the loudspeaker. For outdoor installation, attach the cable entry cover using a
3 mm Allen key and the included screws. Orient the cover plate so that the neck opening is facing downward
to minimise entry of moisture or particulates.
8. Connect a secondary support line to the safety tab at the rear of the cabinet.
5.2. Installation using optional VariBall bracket
Please see AMS VariBall Accessory Backet - Mounting and Installation Guide for reference.
1. Fix the wall bracket to the wall surface using suitable xing method for supporting the loudspeaker with
ample safety margins.
2. Fix the ball bracket to the rear of the loudspeaker using the supplied screws and a 3 mm Allen key. Two
screws are used for AMS 5 models; four screws are used for AMS 6 and AMS 8 models.
3. Set the transformer tap as detailed in Section 6 following.
4. For indoor installation (proceed to step 5 for outdoor installation): Connect the euro-style plug to the wires,
observing correct polarity. Use pins 1(+) and 2 (-) for connection of the loudspeaker. Use pins 3 (-) and 4 (+)
for connection of additional loudspeakers in a distributed line. Note: Tighten pins 3 and 4 even if not used to
prevent vibration of the screws.
5. For outdoor installation: Feed the loudspeaker wire(s) through the opening in the neck of the cable entry
cover included with the product.

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Connect the euro-style plug to the wires, observing correct polarity. Use pins 1(+) and 2 (-) for connection of the
loudspeaker. Use pins 3 (-) and 4 (+) for connection of additional loudspeakers in a distributed line.
NOTE: Tighten pins 3 and 4 even if not used to prevent vibration of the screws.
6. Raise the lever to open the wall bracket. Insert the ball bracket into the wall bracket, position as required,
and then lower the lever to lock the ball bracket into place. Raise the lever if any readjustment is necessary.
Once in nal position, tighten the grub screw at the bottom of the wall bracket to secure in place.
7. Connect the euro plug to the loudspeaker. For outdoor installation, attach the cable entry cover using a
3 mm Allen key and included screws. Orient the cover plate so that the neck opening is facing downward to
minimise entry of moisture or particulates.
8. Connect a secondary support line to the safety tab at the rear of the cabinet.

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AMS 5 - Variball Angle Options (Vertical)
25° 45°
51° 64°
18°
18°
AMS 5 - Variball Angle Options (Horizontal)
25° 45°
51° 64°
18°
18°
Fig.1
Fig.2
Fig.3
Fig.4

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AMS 6 - Variball Angle Options (Vertical)
39° 45°
18°
18°
63° 70°
AMS 6 - Variball Angle Options (Horizontal)
39° 45°
18°
18°
63° 70°

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AMS 8 - Variball Angle Options (Vertical)
43° 45°
66° 71°
18°
18°
AMS 8 - Variball Angle Options (Horizontal)
43° 45°
66° 71°
18°
18°

6. Setting transformer taps
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6. Setting transformer taps
1. The rotary transformer tapping switch is located directly above the wiring connector.
CAUTION: The loudspeaker is supplied with the tap switch set in low impedance mode. Never connect the
loudspeaker to a 70/100 V amplier output while switched to low impedance mode.
2. Set the rotary switch to the appropriate position for low impedance operation or for use in 70/100 V
distributed systems.
Models with 5-inch drivers are tted with 30 W transformers. In distributed line applications, the transformer can
be tapped at 30 W, 15 W and 7.5 W, with an additional 3.75 W tap for 70 V line systems.
Models with 6-inch and 8-inch drivers are tted with 60W transformers. In distributed line applications, the
transformer can be tapped at 60 W, 30 W and 15 W, with an additional 7.5 W tap for 70 V line systems.

7. Product Dimensions
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7. Product Dimensions
AMS 5DC
159.5
[6.28"]
240.0
[9.45"]
155.0
[6.10"]
54.0
[2.13"]
203.9
[8.03"]
90.0
[3.54"]
90.0
[3.54"]
Ø11.0
[Ø0.43"]
Ø22.0
[Ø0.87"]
6.0
[0.24"]
248.0
[9.77"]
CABLE ENTRY COVER FOR EXTERNAL USE.
THIS CAN BE ROTATED FOR NORTH, SOUTH,
EAST OR WEST ENTRY.
35.0
[1.38"]
AMS 5ICT
159.5
[6.28"]
240.0
[9.45"]
155.0
[6.10"]
54.0
[2.13"]
203.9
[8.03"]
90.0
[3.54"]
90.0
[3.54"]
Ø11.0
[Ø0.43"]
Ø22.0
[Ø0.87"]
6.0
[0.24"]
248.0
[9.77"]
CABLE ENTRY COVER FOR EXTERNAL USE.
THIS CAN BE ROTATED FOR NORTH, SOUTH,
EAST OR WEST ENTRY.
35.0
[1.38"]

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AMS 5ICT LS
159.5
[6.28"]
240.0
[9.45"]
155.0
[6.10"]
54.0
[2.13"]
203.9
[8.03"]
90.0
[3.54"]
90.0
[3.54"]
Ø11.0
[Ø0.43"]
Ø22.0
[Ø0.87"]
6.0
[0.24"]
248.0
[9.77"]
CABLE ENTRY COVER FOR EXTERNAL USE.
THIS CAN BE ROTATED FOR NORTH, SOUTH,
EAST OR WEST ENTRY.
35.0
[1.38"]
AMS 6DC
223.7
[8.81"]
268.8
[10.58"]
360.9
[14.21"]
54.0
[2.13"]
Ø22.0
[Ø0.87"]
Ø11.0
[Ø0.43"]
90.0
[3.54"]
90.0
[3.54"]
35.0
[1.38"]
364.8
[14.36"]
CABLE ENTRY COVER FOR EXTERNAL USE.
THIS CAN BE ROTATED FOR NORTH, SOUTH,
EAST OR WEST ENTRY.
6.0
[0.24"]
230.0
[9.05"]

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AMS 6ICT
223.7
[8.81"]
268.8
[10.58"]
360.9
[14.21"]
54.0
[2.13"]
Ø22.0
[Ø0.87"]
Ø11.0
[Ø0.43"]
90.0
[3.54"]
90.0
[3.54"]
35.0
[1.38"]
364.8
[14.36"]
CABLE ENTRY COVER FOR EXTERNAL USE.
THIS CAN BE ROTATED FOR NORTH, SOUTH,
EAST OR WEST ENTRY.
6.0
[0.24"]
230.0
[9.05"]
AMS 6ICT LS
223.7
[8.81"]
268.8
[10.58"]
360.9
[14.21"]
54.0
[2.13"]
Ø22.0
[Ø0.87"]
Ø11.0
[Ø0.43"]
90.0
[3.54"]
90.0
[3.54"]
35.0
[1.38"]
364.8
[14.36"]
CABLE ENTRY COVER FOR EXTERNAL USE.
THIS CAN BE ROTATED FOR NORTH, SOUTH,
EAST OR WEST ENTRY.
6.0
[0.24"]
230.0
[9.05"]

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AMS 8DC
259.7
[10.22"]
306.3
[12.06"]
260.0
[10.24"]
407.5
[16.04"]
35.0
[1.38"]
90.0
[3.54"]
90.0
[3.54"]
Ø22.0
[Ø0.87"]
Ø11.0
[Ø0.43"]
6.0
[0.24"]
CABLE ENTRY COVER FOR EXTERNAL USE.
THIS CAN BE ROTATED FOR NORTH, SOUTH,
EAST OR WEST ENTRY.
54.0
[2.13"]
409.8
[16.13"]

8. Technical Specifications
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8. Technical Specifications
AMS 5DC Model
Ordering Information
Part Number Colour
8001 7945 Black
8001 7946 White
Performance
System AMS 5DC
Frequency response (-3 dB) (1) 90 Hz - 30 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB) (1) 80 Hz - 40 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W @ 1m) (2) 87 dB (1 W = 4 V for 16 Ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle 90 degrees conical
Power Handling (3)
Average 60 W
Programme 120 W
Peak 240 W
Recommended Amplier Power 120 W @ 16 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z) 16 ohms
Rated maximum SPL
Average 105 dB
Peak 111 dB
Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70 V 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / 3.75 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
100 V 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
Transducers
Dual Concentric™ point source driver 1x 130 mm (5.0”) Dual Concentric™ driver, using Omnimagnet technology
Low Frequency 35 mm (1.38” ) voice coil, treated multi bre paper pulp cone
High Frequency 20 mm (0.79”) PEI dome
Physical
Enclosure ABS
Grille Steel, plated and painted
Connectors Removable locking connector with screw terminals
Transformer setting Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D) 248.0 x 155.0 x 203.9 mm
(9.77 x 6.10 x 8.03”)
Net Weight (ea) 3.25 kg (7.16 lbs)
Shipped weight 3.66 kg (8.07 lbs)
Included Accessories Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity 2
Notes:
1. Average over stated bandwidth. Measured in
an IEC bafe in an Anechoic Chamber
2. Unweighted pink noise input, measured at
1 metre on axis
3. Long term power handling capacity as dened
in EIA - 426B test
A full range of measurements, performance
data, CLF and Ease™ Data for AMS 5DC can be
downloaded from www.tannoypro.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 specications, which Tannoy
reserves the right to alter without prior notice. Please
verify the latest specications when dealing with
critical applications.
Copyright (c) 2015 Tannoy Limited. All rights reserved.
UL-1480

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AMS 5ICT Model
Ordering Information
Part Number Colour
8001 7955 Black
8001 7956 White
Performance
System AMS 5ICT
Frequency response (-3 dB) (1) 90 Hz - 22 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB) (1) 80 Hz - 30 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W @ 1m) (2) 88 dB (1 W = 4 V for 16 Ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle 90 degrees conical
Power Handling (3)
Average 50 W
Programme 100 W
Peak 200 W
Recommended Amplier Power 100 W @ 16 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z) 16 ohms
Rated maximum SPL
Average 105 dB
Peak 111 dB
Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70 V 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / 3.75 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
100 V 30 W / 15W / 7.5W / OFF & Low impedance operation
Transducers
Low Frequency 1x 130 mm (5.00”) treated multi bre paper pulp cone
High Frequency ICT™
Physical
Enclosure ABS
Grille Steel, plated and painted
Connectors Removable locking connector with screw terminals
Transformer setting Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D) 248.0 x 155.0 x 203.9 mm
(9.77 x 6.10 x 8.03”)
Net Weight (ea) 3.25 kg (7.16 lbs)
Shipped weight 3.66 kg (8.07 lbs)
Included Accessories Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity 2
Notes:
1. Average over stated bandwidth. Measured in
an IEC bafe in an Anechoic Chamber
2. Unweighted pink noise input, measured at
1 metre on axis
3. Long term power handling capacity as dened
in EIA - 426B test
A full range of measurements, performance
data, CLF and Ease™ Data for AMS 5ICT can be
downloaded from www.tannoypro.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 specications, which Tannoy
reserves the right to alter without prior notice. Please
verify the latest specications when dealing with
critical applications.
Copyright (c) 2015 Tannoy Limited. All rights reserved.
UL-1480

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AMS 5ICT LS Model
Ordering Information
Part Number Colour
8001 7965 Black
8001 7966 White
Performance
System AMS 5ICT LS
Frequency response (-3 dB) (1) 90 Hz - 22 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB) (1) 80 Hz - 30 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W @ 1m) (2) 88 dB (1W = 4V for 16 ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle 90 degrees conical
Power Handling (3)
Average 50 W
Programme 100 W
Peak 200 W
Recommended Amplier Power 100 W @ 16 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z) 16 ohms
Rated maximum SPL
Average 105 dB
Peak 111 dB
Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70 V 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / 3.75 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
100 V 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
Transducers
Low Frequency 1 x 130 mm (5.00”) treated multi bre paper pulp cone
High Frequency ICT
Physical
Enclosure ABS
Grille Steel, plated and painted
Connectors Removable locking connector with screw terminals
Transformer setting Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D) 248.0 x 155.0 x 203.9 mm
(9.77 x 6.10 x 8.03”)
Net Weight (ea) 3.25 kg (7.16 lbs)
Shipped weight 3.66 kg (8.07 lbs)
Included Accessories Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity 2
Notes:
1. Average over stated bandwidth. Measured in
an IEC bafe in an Anechoic Chamber
2. Unweighted pink noise input, measured at
1 metre on axis
3. Long term power handling capacity as dened
in EIA - 426B test
A full range of measurements, performance data,
CLF and Ease™ Data for AMS 5ICT LS can be
downloaded from www.tannoypro.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 specications, which Tannoy
reserves the right to alter without prior notice. Please
verify the latest specications when dealing with
critical applications.
Copyright (c) 2015 Tannoy Limited. All rights reserved.
UL-1480

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AMS 6DC Model
Ordering Information
Part Number Colour
8001 7970 Black
8001 7971 White
Performance
System AMS 6DC
Frequency response (-3 dB) (1) 75 Hz - 30 kHz
Frequency range (-10 dB) (1) 55 Hz - 40 kHz
System sensitivity (1 W @ 1m) (2) 89 dB (1 W = 4 V for 16 ohms)
Nominal Coverage Angle 90 degrees conical
Power Handling (3)
Average 80 W
Programme 160 W
Peak 320 W
Recommended Amplier Power 160 W @ 16 ohms
Nominal Impedance (Lo, Z) 16 ohms
Rated maximum SPL
Average 108 dB
Peak 114 dB
Transformer Taps (via front rotary switch)
70 V 60 W / 30 W / 15 W / 7.5 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
100 V 60 W / 30 W / 15 W / OFF & Low impedance operation
Transducers
Dual Concentric™ point source driver 1x 165 mm (6.50”) Dual Concentric™ driver, using Omnimagnet technology
Low Frequency 44 mm (1.75” ) voice coil, treated multi bre paper pulp cone
High Frequency 25 mm (1.00”) PEI dome
Physical
Enclosure ABS
Grille Steel, plated and painted
Connectors Removable locking connector with screw terminals
Transformer setting Rotary switch
Dimensions (H x W x D) 364.8 x 230.0 x 268.8 mm,
(14.36 x 9.05 x 10.58”)
Net Weight (ea) 6.08 kg (13.40 lbs)
Shipped weight 6.76 kg (14.90 lbs)
Included Accessories Yoke bracket
Packed Quantity 2
Notes:
1. Average over stated bandwidth. Measured in
an IEC bafe in an Anechoic Chamber
2. Unweighted pink noise input, measured at
1 metre on axis
3. Long term power handling capacity as dened
in EIA - 426B test
A full range of measurements, performance
data, CLF and Ease™ Data for AMS 6DC can be
downloaded from www.tannoypro.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 specications, which Tannoy
reserves the right to alter without prior notice. Please
verify the latest specications when dealing with
critical applications.
Copyright (c) 2015 Tannoy Limited. All rights reserved.
UL-1480