Tannoy Prestige SuperTweeter ST200 User manual

ST-200
Prestige SuperTweeter
Please take time to carefully read this manual before installing and using your
Tannoy SuperTweeter

The ST-200 Prestige SuperTweeter
Congratulations on choosing this precision hand-crafted component, to complement
your Tannoy Dual Concentric loudspeaker system. Before removing from the flight
case and installing, please take the time to read these instructions, in order to prevent
possible damage.
The Prestige SuperTweeter is designed to provide the extended high frequency
response demanded by modern programme material and sources. The Dual
Concentric still provides the heart of the musical information as a coherent point
source, but at extreme high frequencies is supplemented by the wideband
SuperTweeter. Musical information contains transient information, beyond the range
of human hearing for pure tones. For music to be accurately reproduced, we have
found it essential to accurately preserve this information.
Although initially conceived to complement the Prestige HE range, from Stirling up
to Westminster Royal, it will equally find application with any of our earlier classic
designs, be they previous Prestige models, HPD, Monitor Gold or Monitor Silver for
example. Adjustments are provided for crossover frequency and level to enable
accurate matching.
Features
•High stiffness titanium dome to minimise effects of dome break-up and extend
frequency response.
•Copper clad aluminium voice coil on aluminium former for high power handling.
•Neodymium magnet system also extends frequency response by minimising eddy
current losses in voice coil.
•Provision for driver magnet system earthing (as in Prestige HE series), to avoid
interference and information masking caused by radio interference.
•High purity (99.999%) solid silver internal wiring, PTFE coated dielectric.
•Gold plated terminals, adjustment screws and circuit board for high signal
transparency.
•Radio Frequency quality inductors in crossover for good high frequency
characteristics.
•Non-Inductive Planar Thick Film resistors on ceramic substrates, avoid losses
associated with wirewound types.
•High quality polycarbonate film capacitors, selected for high frequency use.
•Unique Tannoy Performance Platform gives stable support and accurate variable
adjustment.

Unpacking Instructions
Caution:
The titanium dome on this SuperTweeter is very delicate. Although protected by
a metal mesh, take care to avoid pressing on this during unpacking and
installation, in case damage results.
Each flight case contains the following:
•SuperTweeter units x 2
•Performance Platform x 2
•Adapter plugs x 4
•Adjustment screws x 4
•Felt mat x 2
•Alignment gauge x 1
Always keep the packaging for future use.
Environmental considerations
Do not install the SuperTweeter in the following conditions:
•Very warm or humid areas (such as near swimming pools, kitchens or
bathrooms).
•Near to a fire or heating appliance.
•In direct sunlight.
Wiring
The SuperTweeter should be connected across your main speakers, positive (red) to
positive and negative (black) to negative. If appropriate, remove the two plastic
blanking plugs in the terminals. Ensure your amplifier is switched off, and the volume
control turned fully down before beginning. Typical wiring configurations are shown
in Fig. 1:
A. Typical single-wired installation. The SuperTweeter is simply connected
across your speaker terminals. On optional earth cable can be taken back
to your amplifier chassis or ground.
B. Bi-wiring installation. The SuperTweeter is connected across the HF
terminals on your loudspeaker. Again, an earth cable may be taken back to
your amplifier, or to the earth terminal on Prestige HE models (shown).
C. Where appropriate, when using 4mm plugs for your connections, use the
supplied adapter plug as shown.
For optimum performance, the central earth connection on the SuperTweeter should
be taken back to the amplifier chassis or ground point. This screening effect can give
an improvement in detail and clarity, depending on the amplifier used, by reducing
radio frequency interference.
It is important to use a high quality cable between the SuperTweeter and the main
loudspeakers. For optimum results, our high purity silver SuperLinks are
recommended, which are electrically screened and provide an integral earth wire.

Two lengths are available from your authorised Tannoy Dealer:
STL-075 0.75m
STL-175 1.75m
STL-075 is suitable for most models, while STL-175 is mainly for large horn loaded
enclosures, such as Westminster, Westminster Royal, Autograph and GRF. Please
check the length required for your speakers, should you require cable.
-+
+
-
TO AMPLIFIER
EARTH (OPTIONAL)
-+
HF
LF
-+
EARTH (OPTIONAL)
TO AMPLIFIER
AB
EARTH (OPTIONAL)
TO AMPLIFIER
B
-+
+
-
LF HF LF HF
C
TERMINAL
PANEL
TO
SUPERTWEETER
FROM
AMPLIFIER
ADAPTER
PLUG
Fig. 1

Initial Positioning
With a Tannoy Dual Concentric loudspeaker system, the low and high frequency
radiation is generated on the same axis. This is done by mounting the high frequency
unit behind the low frequency one, and coupling it to the low frequency radiator via a
carefully optimised waveguide through the centre of the drive unit. Low and high
frequencies are thus fully integrated at source, to give the most accurate reproduction.
The sound will therefore appear to emanate from a point source a little behind the
front of the speaker cabinet. The SuperTweeter then needs to be positioned to
coincide with this point for best results. For this reason, an alignment gauge, covering
our current and past models is included.
Firstly, with reference to Fig. 2, position the felt mat centrally on the loudspeaker
enclosure, then the alignment gauge such that it is flush with the front of the cabinet.
Use of the felt mat is optional, but does aid performance by preventing unwanted
reflections from the cabinet top. Next, using Table 1, place the Performance Platform
in the correct position for your loudspeakers. The distance shown is from the front
edge of the cabinet, and refers to the letter coded marking on the alignment gauge.
Note that due to the large distance involved, the alignment gauge is unsuitable for the
Autograph- please use a tape measure in this case. Finally, withdraw the alignment
gauge from under the Performance Platform, ensuring it does not move.
The SuperTweeter is then positioned on the Performance Platform, making sure the
front two cones engage the two indents in the SuperTweeter housing.

18kHz14kHz 16kHz
MADE ING REAT BRITAIN
CROSSOVERFREQUENCY
90.5dB
89dB
93.5dB
92dB
SENSITIVITY 95dB
PRESTIGE
ALIGNMENT GAUGE
PRESTIGE SUPERTWEETER
EDGE OF CABINET
POSITION ON FRONT
A
ST-200
B
A
B
PART No. 6481 0325
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M
L
M
Fig. 2

MODEL DISTANCE POSITION SENSITIVITY XOVER FREQ
6 1/2" Dual Concentrics:
D100, D300, System 6 45mm A 89dB 18kHz
8" Dual Concentrics:
Esher SL25, NFM 8, DTM 8, 57mm B 90.5dB 18kHz
System 8, D500, D750
Greenwich 87mm D 90.5dB 18kHz
10" Dual Concentrics:
LSU/HF/3LZL (Monitor Red)*, 78mm C 90.5dB 14kHz
LSU/HF/3LZG (Monitor Gold)*,
HPD295*, [*General setting, from
baffle front], Darking SL35, Windsor,
Ascot T125, Chester T165,
Dorset T185, Mayfair T225
Buckingham 78mm C 92.0dB 14kHz
System 10 78mm C 92.0dB 16kHz
D700 78mm C 92.0dB 18kHz
3LZ, Chevening, Eaton, Caernarvon, 105mm F 90.5dB 14kHz
SRM10B
Stirling/HW 105mm F 92.0dB 14kHz
Stirling/TW/TWW, Turnberry HE 105mm F 92.0dB 16kHz
Stirling HE 105mm F 90.5dB 18kHz
12" Dual Concentrics:
LSU/HF/12L (Monitor Silver)*, 87mm D 92.0dB 14kHz
LSU/HF/12L (Monitor Red)*,
LSU/HF/128G (Monitor Gold)*,
*[General setting from baffle front].
HPD315* 87mm D 90.5dB 14kHz
*[General setting from baffle front].
System 12, D900 87mm D 93.5dB 16kHz
Canterbury (corner), Lansdowne, 120mm G 92.0dB 14kHz
Chatsworth, Lancaster 12, DC4000,
Edinburgh/HW, Canterbury 12,
SRM12X, LGM (Little Gold Monitor)
Mansfield, Devon, Cheviot, 120mm G 90.5dB 14kHz
Bradley SL65, Chertsey SL45,
Balmoral
Edinburgh/HW, Canterbury 12,
Edinburgh/TW/TWW/HE 120mm G 93.5dB 16kHz
15" Dual Concentrics:
Monitor Black*, HPD383*, Albury 100mm E 92.0dB 14kHz
LSU/HF/15L (Monitor Silver)*, 100mm E 93.5dB 14kHz
LSU/HF/15L (Monitor Red)*,
LSU/HF/158G (Monitor Gold)*
*[General setting from baffle front].
System 15, System 215 100mm E 95.0dB 16kHz
Amesbury, Berkeley, Arden, 130mm H 92.0dB 14kHz
Arundel, Balmoral, M3000
York, Lancaster 15, SRM15X, FSM, 130mm H 93.5dB 14kHz
M1000, SGM1000, SGM3000
Dreadnought 130mm H 95.0dB 14kHz
GRF (horn), Canterbury 15 (incl. HE) 155mm J 95.0dB 14kHz
GRFM/HW 195mm K 95.0dB 14kHz
GRFM/TW/TWW/HE, 195mm K 95.0dB 14kHz
Westminster TW
RHR 247mm L 95.0dB 14kHz
Westminster Royal/HE 317mm M 95.0dB 14kHz
Autograph 405mm - 95dB 14kHz
TABLE 1

Adjustments
Referring to Table 1 again, select the sensitivity and crossover frequency settings to
suit your loudspeakers, and install the adjustment screws into the correct position on
the SuperTweeter adjustment panel (Fig. 3).
The rear support cone on the Performance Platform may be adjusted for height, then
secured using the locking thumb screw. If possible, adjust so that the SuperTweeter is
pointing at ear height when seated.
After double checking the wiring, you are now ready to switch your amplifier on.
Select some music you are familiar with, and gently advance the volume control to
normal listening level.
95dB
93.5dB90.5dB 92dB
PRESTIGE
89dB
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
MADE IN GREATBRITAIN
SENSITIVITY
16kHz14kHz 18kHz
ADJUSTMENT SCREW
Fig. 3
Running In
Like all loudspeakers, the drive unit in your SuperTweeter requires a while to reach
optimum performance, as the stresses in the materials relax. For this reason, it is
benefitial to run the system at fairly high levels at normal room temperature for
approximately 20 hours to reach best results.

Fine Tuning
Once the SuperTweeter is fully run in, you are in a position to fine tune the system.
The settings chosen for SENSITIVITY and CROSSOVER FREQUENCY are those
recommended by Tannoy as being optimum for your loudspeakers. However listening
room acoustics and personal taste may dictate some adjustment. Remember that like a
subwoofer, the SuperTweeter should not draw attention to itself, but should offer a
natural enhancement to the upper frequencies.
The effect of the SENSITIVITY adjustment screw is to increase or decrease the
output over the full frequency operating range of the SuperTweeter, in 1.5dB steps.
The CROSSOVER FREQUENCY control offers 3 positions for the SuperTweeter
energy to be rolled in (Fig. 4).
The position of the SuperTweeter has been determined in Table 1 to correspond to the
acoustic centre of your Tannoy Dual Concentric model. However the user is free to
experiment with the positioning. For example, in difficult listening room acoustics,
the SuperTweeter may be brought further forward.
The SuperTweeter has a protective mesh grille which can be removed for optimum
performance. It is simply held in place by the magnetic field from its own magnet.
Carefully remove by gently holding the mesh on the edges and pulling forward. Take
care not to touch the fragile dome.
EFFECT OF CROSSOVER FREQUENCY CONTROL
-30 5k
-24
-18
10k 20k
(dB)
-6
-12
0
SPL 6
FREQUENCY (Hz)
100k50k
14kHz
16kHz
200k
18kHz
Fig.4

Care of the SuperTweeter
Two finishes of the enclosure are available, oiled walnut and lacquered black ash. For
the black ash finish, simply wipe with a soft slightly damp cloth.
The walnut enclosure has been hand waxed before dispatch from our finishing
workshop. To maintain the natural wood appearance, it is important that only a wax of
similar formulation is used.
A jar of specially formulated wax is available from your authorised Tannoy dealer.
This should be applied carefully (to avoid brass adjustment panel and terminals) and
sparingly, with a soft lint-free cloth, such as muslin.
The Performance Platform should only be cleaned with a soft slightly damp cloth, and
shined with a soft duster.
Under no circumstances should chemical cleaning agents be used.
Warranty and Service
Your Tannoy SuperTweeter will operate for many years without trouble provided it is
not misused. The high peak power handling of Tannoy loudspeakers will allow
responsible use with larger amplifiers on wide dynamic range material.
Take care with any amplifier, irrespective of power output, to avoid abnormal
conditions such as switch-on surges or output overload (clipping) that may result
in peaks of power greatly over the rated output.
The SuperTweeter is warranted against manufacturing defects in material or
craftsmanship over a period of 5 years from the date of purchase. This warranty is in
addition to your statutory rights as a customer. Tannoy cannot however be held
responsible for failures caused by abuse, unauthorised modifications, improper
operation or damage caused by faults elsewhere in your system.
The determination of the cause of failure will be made by Tannoy Limited or its
authorised Distributor or Service Agent, based on physical inspection of the failed
parts.
If you suspect a problem with your SuperTweeter, in the first instance discuss it with
your Tannoy Dealer. The dealer has the expertise and experience to help you
troubleshoot the system and assess the situation.
If you continue to have problems, contact your Tannoy Distributor or Tannoy
Customer Services at our Coatbridge address.

Technical Specifications
Recommended amplifier power: Up to 250W
Power rating to DIN IEC 268: 135W RMS
550Wpeak
Maximum sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m): 95dB
Nominal impedance: 8 ohm
Frequency response (-6dB): To 54kHz, usable output (-18dB) to
100kHz
DRIVE UNIT:
Driver type: 25mm diameter 25 micron titanium
dome, 24 Karat vapour deposited gold
finish, with neodymium
magnetsystem
CROSSOVER:
Crossover type: 3rd order compensated high pass
Crossover frequency: 14, 16 or 18kHz adjustable
Level adjustment: 89dB, 90.5dB, 92dB, 93.5dB, 95dB
Due to our policy of continuous improvement, all specifications are subject to change
without notice.
3rd harmonic
2nd harmonic
5k 10k 20k 50k
Fre q ue nc y (Hz)
100
k
95dB
40dB/div
S
ound Pressure Level
(2
.
83
V
@
1
m
)
SUPERTWEETER FREQUENCY RESPONSE & DISTORTION

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Tannoy Limited, Coatbridge ML5 4TF, Scotland
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