Designed to extend the low-frequency response and increase the headroom of Tannoy VNET full range loudspeakers, the Tannoy VNET15 HL is a compact, versatile horn loaded system with leading-edge digital signal processing, network control, and dual channel Class D amplifier technologies; all fully integrated to create a versatile networkable sound reinforcement subwoofer. Delivering maximum low-frequency impact from a smaller cabinet, the tight and punchy sound adds significant depth, scale, and presence to a wide variety of sound reinforcement installations.
The compact dimensions and robust birch plywood enclosure construction ensure application flexibility in static or mobile installs, as well as durability in constant use. The VNET15 HL uses one high-efficiency 380mm (15.00") drive unit with a 76mm (3.00") voice coil. Horn loading ensures delivery of high sound pressure levels, with extremely low distortion and power compression, while maintaining a uniform frequency response throughout its dynamic range.
The modular approach of amplifiers, processing, monitoring, and driver enables acoustic optimization for the subwoofer to perform as a unified whole. The intuitive setup software, integrated processing, tuning control, performance diagnostics and protection produces an easy to install and exceptionally high-performance networkable loudspeaker. VNETTM supports free network topology so cabinets can be arranged in a daisy chain, linked in a star configuration or in any combination of both. Implementation of the network between nodes is via high-quality rugged Neutrik Ethercon connectors, which are compatible with standard RJ45 plugs, and CAT5 cable. Each speaker has a unique address for auto-location on the network.
System commissioning and ongoing venue network control, incorporating real-time diagnostics of electronics and drive unit, are all managed by the exclusive VNETTM software package. Supplied with each unit, this intuitive Windows tool controls all of the critical installs, commissioning and performance monitoring functions. A standard wireless LAN-to-serial bridge can also be used to communicate with the network, allowing communication with the network from a laptop on 802.11b.
Finished in black or white paint, the compact dimensions of the cabinet enable the VNET15 HL to be used, without being obtrusive, in applications as diverse as live sound reinforcement, theme pubs and nightclubs, theatre front of house and effects, movie theatres and cinemas, side fill in large-scale music reinforcement, theme parks and leisure venues, sports and multi-use stadiums, audiovisual, high-quality public address and houses of worship.
The VNET15 BP comes complete with recessed carrying handles for ease of transportation and 10mm flying points provide a quick and secure flying. A blanking plate covers a recess for the optional VTH pole mount.
VNET™ Network
An RS485 interface is used for the serial data, with a twisted pair to send and receive information to a high number of nodes over very long distances. Operating a shared bus system, so that a single computer can control any node on that bus, also means that status information can be gathered from any of the devices. The RS-485 differential signal is very robust, while its noise immunity and long-distance capability ensure it is one of the most popular communications methods used in industry.
Only data to control setup functions and ongoing system diagnostics is carried over the network. As each VNET™ loudspeaker controls its own DSP functions any unforeseen problem would be isolated to only that particular node and audio will still be delivered.
Speakers are automatically identified on the network software set up screen with factory default names. The name can be edited to reflect their actual location on the network, with physical location confirmation by selecting the ‘Flash’ function to activate an LED mounted on the front of the loudspeaker.
The loudspeakers are fully calibrated at the factory, avoiding the need to input the correct speaker management settings or any dynamics at the point of install.
Applications
- Extended bass for VNET full range loudspeakers
- Live sound reinforcement
- High quality public address
- Theme pubs and nightclubs
- Theatre front of house and effects
- Movie theatre and cinema
- Side fill in large-scale music reinforcement
- Theme parks and leisure venues
- Sports and multi-use stadiums
- Audio visual
- Houses of worship
