Tannoy OCV Series OCV 8 / OCV 6

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing Tannoy products. These speakers are suitable for high-level music and speech reinforcement applications requiring uncompromising reliability and exceptional sound quality.

Unpacking

All Tannoy products and accessories are inspected before packing. After unpacking, please check for any damage incurred during transit. If damage has occurred, contact your dealer immediately and retain the shipping carton. Your dealer may ask you to return the faulty unit for inspection.

Each OCV speaker is supplied with the following accessories as standard: Cable clamp, suspension cable x1, safety cable x1, terminal weather boot x1, Euroblock connector x1, 3/8" threaded rod adapter, cable.

Safety Precautions

General Safety Warnings:

CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN!

ATTENTION: RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION! NE PAS OUVRIR!

Warning: To prevent fire and electric shock hazards, do not install this unit in places with moisture or humidity. Ensure that no water ever splashes onto the unit, and do not place items containing water, such as vases, on top of the unit.

Warning: High voltage is present inside where this mark is displayed. Touching may result in electric shock.

Important: Important instructions for handling and care are provided in the accompanying user manual. Please read carefully before use.

General Usage Guidelines:

• Read through the user manual.
• Keep the user manual for future reference.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this unit near water.
• Always use a dry cloth for cleaning.
• Install the unit in a location that does not obstruct ventilation, following the instructions in the user manual.
• Keep the unit away from heat sources such as electric heaters, heat registers, stoves, cooktops, or amplifiers.
• Do not remove the safety pins of polarized or grounding-type plugs. A polarized plug has two blades, one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding pin. These wider blades and the grounding pin are for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.
• Take care not to allow the power cord to be walked on or pinched. Pay close attention to the connection of the power cord, plug, outlet, and the product.
• Ensure all equipment is properly grounded.
• If using a power strip or outlet as a disconnect device, ensure it is readily accessible.
• Only use accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Only use carts, stands, tripods, brackets, or tables specified by the manufacturer or sold with the unit. Exercise caution when moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
• In case of malfunction, contact authorized service personnel. Damage requiring service includes: power cord or plug damage, liquid ingress, exposure to rain or moisture, unit not operating normally, or unit dropped.
• If a power cord is supplied with this product, the supplied cord is intended for this product only. Do not use the power cord with other products. Use only the power cord supplied with this product.
• Do not install in a confined space such as a bookcase.
• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the unit.
• Please consider the environment when disposing of batteries. Dispose of batteries in designated collection points.
• Use this unit in temperate climates below 45°C.

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Limited Warranty: For warranty conditions and further information regarding Music Tribe’s Limited Warranty, please visit musictribe.com/warranty.

Installation Guide

Step 1: Inspect the cable clamp for any signs of dirt, damage, or wear.

Step 2: Insert the cable through one side of the clamp.

Step 3: Wrap the cable around the suspension point, then insert it through the opposite side of the clamp.

Step 4: Adjust the cable to the desired length.

Step 5: Push down the clamp socket as shown to release the cable.

Step 6: Attach the suspension cable to the center hole of the speaker bracket. The safety cable can be attached to either of the secondary holes.

Euroblock Connector and Tap Selector:

1. Remove the Euroblock connector from the socket.
2. Pass the cable through the rubber input seal, and connect the Euroblock connector to the cable, observing correct polarity.
3. For amplifier connection, use pins 1 and 2: Pin 1 is positive (+), Pin 2 is negative (-). For connecting to additional speakers in a distributed line, pins 3 and 4 are in parallel: Pin 3 is negative (-), Pin 4 is positive (+).
4. Connect the Euroblock connector and replace the rubber input seal to ensure the speaker is properly sealed.

The speakers are supplied in low impedance mode. Do not connect the speakers to a 70/100 Volt amplifier while set to low impedance.

OCV6 and OCV8 models feature a 60W transformer. When used in a distributed line system, the transformer can be tapped at 60W, 30W, and 15W. An additional 7.5W tap is available for 70.7V line systems.

Dimensions

OCV 8

Height: 492.6 mm (19.39")

Diameter (main body): 445.5 mm (17.54")

Diameter (base/grille): 465.7 mm (18.33")

OCV 6

Height: 423.2 mm (16.66")

Diameter (main body): 382.1 mm (15.04")

Diameter (base/grille): 399.5 mm (15.73")

Mounting hole diameter: Ø302.0 mm (11.89") for OCV 8, Ø260.0 mm (10.23") for OCV 6.

Technical Specifications

Notes:

1. Average across the stated bandwidth. Measured on-axis at 1 metre in an anechoic chamber.

2. Measured in an anechoic chamber at 1 metre with unweighted pink noise input.

All measurement, performance data, and ease data can be downloaded from www.tannoy.com.

Other Important Information

Fuse/Voltage Selection

Before connecting the unit to the power socket, ensure you are using the correct mains voltage for each model. Some units feature a fuse compartment with two different positions for 230V and 120V. Any fuse that has been replaced must be replaced with a fuse of the correct value.

Support and Warranty

If a Music Tribe dealer is not available in your area, you can contact your country's Music Tribe distributor listed under “Support” on musictribe.com. If your country is not listed, check if your issue can be resolved via “Online Support” also found on musictribe.com/support. Alternatively, you can submit an online warranty claim at musictribe.com before returning the product.

Power Connection

Before connecting the power cord to the power socket, please ensure you are using the correct voltage for this product. Any fuse that has failed must be replaced with a fuse of the same voltage and current rating and type.