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TCS SERIES
USER MANUAL
Turbosound Ltd.
Star Road, Partridge Green
West Sussex RH13 8RY England
Tel: +44 (0)1403 711447 Fax: +44 (0)1403 710155
web: www.turbosound.com
Issue 1.2 October 2000
Copyright © 2000 Turbosound Ltd.
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CONTENTS
Thanks.................................................................................................................................. 4
Unpacking............................................................................................................................ 4
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 5
Features ............................................................................................................................... 5
Product Range Summary.................................................................................................... 6
TCS-10...................................................................................................................... 6
TCS-20...................................................................................................................... 6
TCS-30...................................................................................................................... 6
TCS-35...................................................................................................................... 7
TCS-40...................................................................................................................... 7
TCS-56...................................................................................................................... 7
TCS-59...................................................................................................................... 7
TCS-108.................................................................................................................... 8
TCS-118.................................................................................................................... 8
TCS-215.................................................................................................................... 8
TCS-12M................................................................................................................... 8
TCS-15M................................................................................................................... 8
System requirements.......................................................................................................... 9
Amplifier considerations .................................................................................................... 9
System configurations...................................................................................................... 10
LMS-D6 loudspeaker management system..................................................................... 12
Loudspeaker connections................................................................................................. 13
Connecting cables............................................................................................................. 14
Flying and lifting ............................................................................................................... 15
Flying single enclosures ................................................................................................... 16
Flying multiple enclosures ............................................................................................... 21
Appendix A: Technical Specifications.............................................................................. 26
Appendix B: Warranty....................................................................................................... 28
Appendix C: Use of thread locking compounds.............................................................. 30
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Thanks
Thank you for choosing a TURBOSOUND TCS series loudspeaker product for your
application. Please spare a little time to digest the contents of this manual, so that you
obtain the best possible performance from this unit.
All TURBOSOUND products are carefully engineered for world class performance and
reliability.
If you would like further information about this or any other TURBOSOUND product,
please contact us. Detailed product information is available on our web site at
www.turbosound.com
We look forward to helping you in the near future.
Unpacking the TCS series loudspeaker
After unpacking the unit please check carefully for damage. If damage is found, please
notify the carrier concerned at once. You, the consignee, must instigate any claim. Please
retain all packaging in case of future re-shipment.
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Introduction
Congratulations, you have just purchased a professional loudspeaker product from the
TCS Series sound contracting loudspeaker range, designed to give you the best in audio
quality and many years of reliable, trouble free operation. It offers excellent pattern
control, superior audio quality, integral rigging and flying hardware options, full technical
documentation including EASE data, and a comprehensive warranty against
manufacturing defects. Please read through this manual carefully before you attempt to
operate the loudspeaker system. It contains valuable information enabling you to quickly
and easily connect the loudspeakers to your amplifiers, important system and set-up
checks together with positioning and mounting instructions.
Features
♦ TCS series cabinets are constructed from high quality birch plywood; rebated, glued
and screwed together for maximum strength and rigidity.
♦ Internal rigging points enable a wide variety of installation methods: with standard
eyebolts; OmniMount hardware; and optional Turbosound wall and ceiling brackets.
♦ High quality components are used throughout the TCS range. Cast frame low
frequency drivers give the combined benefits of high strength and low weight, while
high frequency drivers are all selected for consistent and reliable performance.
♦ TCS series enclosures are supplied with a durable black textured paint finish as
standard. Optional finishes include TurboBlue and white textured paint, or raw birch
plywood for painting or staining on site to match venue décor requirements.
♦ Speakon NL4MP connectors and 4-way terminal strips are provided on a recessed
rear panel to allow for input and loop-through connections. Wedge monitors are
supplied with two Speakon NL4MP connectors for mobile use.
♦ TCS series full-range enclosures are designed to give good pattern control down to
crossover frequency, and are fully supported with EASE polar data (available to
download from the Turbosound web site at www.turbosound.com). This enables
accurate and predictable results when specifying sound systems in a given venue.
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Product Range Summary
The TCS-10
TCS-10TCS-10
TCS-10 is an ultra compact passive 2-way loudspeaker based
around a single 5” LF driver and a 1/2” HF tweeter for use in
background and surround sound applications ranging from
multimedia and audio visual to retail shops. Its wide dispersion
pattern of 120° by 120° makes it ideal for distributed and
surround sound applications. The cabinet is fitted with M6
internal fixings for permanent installations using eyebolts,
OmniMount™ series 25 hardware or optional Turbosound
mounting brackets.
The TCS-20
TCS-20 TCS-20
TCS-20 is a compact passive 2-way wide dispersion
loudspeaker using two 5” LF drivers and a 1/2” HF tweeter for
use in background and surround sound applications ranging
from multimedia and audio visual to retail shopping malls. Its
wide dispersion pattern of 120° by 120° makes it ideal for
distributed and surround sound applications. The cabinet is
fitted with M6 internal fixings for permanent installations using
eyebolts, OmniMount™ series 50 hardware or optional
Turbosound mounting brackets.
The TCS-30
TCS-30TCS-30
TCS-30 is a passive 2-way enclosure offering wide dispersion quality audio for
theatre under-balcony and delay speaker applications. It uses two 5” LF drivers and a 100°
x 60° HF horn. The cabinet is fitted with M6 internal fixings for permanent installations
using standard eyebolts and optional Turbosound wall and ceiling brackets.
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The TCS-35
The TCS-35 The TCS-35
The TCS-35 is a compact trapezoidal passive 2-way loudspeaker
with a single 8” LF driver and a 1” titanium HF tweeter. It is
designed for background sound applications in pubs, cafes, bars
and restaurants. The cabinet is fitted with M6 internal fixings for
permanent installations using optional OmniMount 75 series,
Powerdrive 75 series and Turbosound wall and ceiling brackets.
The TCS-40
TCS-40 TCS-40
TCS-40 is a passive 2-way loudspeaker
with 2 x 8" LF drivers and a 1" HF compression
driver on a 90° x 40° horn. It can either be used
as a downfill enclosure with TCS-56 or TCS-59
arrays, or in under-balcony or delay speaker
applications. The cabinet is fitted with M10 internal steel rigging points for permanent
installations using standard eyebolts or optional Turbosound wall and ceiling brackets.
The TCS-56
TCS-56TCS-56
TCS-56 is a passive trapezoidal full range 2-way loudspeaker
with a 12" LF driver and a 1" HF compression driver on a 60° x 40°
constant directivity horn. Its controlled dispersion pattern makes
it ideal for use in main sound reinforcement arrays for houses of
worship and theatres. The HF horn can be rotated through 90°
enabling horizontal cabinet orientation. The cabinet is fitted with
M10 internal steel rigging points for permanent installations
using standard eyebolts or optional Turbosound wall and ceiling
brackets.
The TCS-59
TCS-59 TCS-59
TCS-59 is a passive trapezoidal full range 2-way loudspeaker
with a 12" LF driver and a 1" HF compression driver on a 90° x 60°
constant directivity horn. The wide dispersion pattern is ideal for
near field applications. The cabinet is fitted with M10 internal
steel rigging points for permanent installations using standard
eyebolts or optional Turbosound wall and ceiling brackets.
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The TCS-108
TCS-108TCS-108
TCS-108 is a compact front loaded vented subwoofer
with a high efficiency 8” low frequency driver. Its design
allows multiple configurations adaptable to differing venue
requirements by assembling units together with the
supplied external brackets. The cabinet is fitted with M10
internal rigging points for permanent installations using
standard eyebolts.
The TCS-118
TCS-118 TCS-118
TCS-118 is a 1200 watt front loaded vented subwoofer
using a high efficiency 4” voice coil 18" low frequency
driver. Internal cabinet reflections are minimised by virtue
of an angled speaker baffle. The cabinet is fitted with M10
internal steel rigging points for permanent installations
using standard eyebolts.
The TCS-215
TCS-215 TCS-215
TCS-215 is a front loaded 1600 watt subwoofer using
two high efficiency 3” voice coil 15" low frequency drivers
fitted to individual off-set speaker baffles to minimise
internal cabinet reflections. The cabinet is fitted with M10
internal steel rigging points for permanent installations
using standard eyebolts.
The TCS-12M
TCS-12M TCS-12M
TCS-12M is a front loaded 2-way passive wedge monitor for
vocal and music monitoring. It comprises a 12" low frequency driver
and a 1" high frequency compression driver on a 90° by 40° horn in
an optimally ported 42° enclosure.
The TCS-15M
TCS-15M TCS-15M
TCS-15M is a front loaded 2-way passive wedge monitor for
vocal and music monitoring. It comprises a 15" low frequency driver
and a 1" high frequency compression driver on a 90° by 40° horn in a
42° enclosure.
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System Requirements
TCS series 2-way enclosures are passive loudspeaker systems. This means that they
require only one amplifier channel for correct operation, the frequency splitting between
the low frequency driver and the high frequency driver being accomplished by the
internal passive crossover network in each enclosure. If subwoofer enclosures are used in
a bi-amplified system in conjunction with TCS series 2-way enclosures, additional
amplifier channels and external electronic crossovers will be required. The Turbosound
LMS-D6 digital management systems is recommended for this purpose.
Amplifier considerations
Turbosound loudspeaker enclosures should be driven by high quality power amplifiers
designed for true professional use. Such amplifiers will have balanced inputs, DC and RF
fault protection, and well designed cooling systems for reliability.
The program power listed in the loudspeaker’s technical specification is the best guide to
the size of amplifier required for general purpose applications. The amplifier should
therefore be capable of delivering long term broadband power equal to the loudspeaker’s
program power rating at the loudspeaker’s stated nominal impedance. This approach
allows sufficient headroom to generate good dynamic range.
RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER POWER RATINGS:
RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER POWER RATINGS:RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER POWER RATINGS:
RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER POWER RATINGS:
The amplifier's rated r.m.s. continuous power output (20Hz – 20kHz, per
channel) should be equal to the program power handling of the
loudspeaker at its nominal impedance.
In general, the more powerful the amplifier the better it will sound, provided that it is not
driven into sustained clipping. It should be understood that overdriving an insufficiently
powered amplifier is more likely to cause loudspeaker damage – the total energy in a
heavily clipped signal is far higher than in an unclipped signal - than operating a more
powerful amplifier within its ratings.
All the equipment in the system before the system controller should be set up for 0dBV
(775mV) maximum output. One controller can be used to feed several amplifiers as long
as all the amplifiers are the same (or have the same gain ratings). More than one
controller may be required if the amplifiers are of different gain or type, please contact
your dealer if you require help in this area.
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System Configurations
Many different system configurations of TCS series loudspeaker enclosures are possible
to suit various installation requirements, ranging from cafes, bars and restaurants to
theme parks, theatres and houses of worship. Listed below are a few common examples.
♦ Full range system for small venues
2 x TCS-59 wide dispersion enclosures
1 x TMC-750 power amplifier
♦ Full range system with sub-bass for small venues
6 x TCS-35 compact enclosures
8 x TCS-108 compact sub-bass enclosures
1 x LMS-D6 loudspeaker management system
2 x TMC-750 power amplifiers
GAIN GAIN
DIGITAL LOUDSPEAKER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
LMS-D6
BYPASS OUT
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MENU ENTER
NEXT > FREQ
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♦ Full range system for medium venues
4 x TCS-56 medium dispersion enclosures
4 x TCS-118 or TCS-215 sub-bass enclosures
1 x LMS-D6 loudspeaker management system
1 x TMC-750 power amplifier
1 x TMC-1250 power amplifier
♦ Full range system with sub-bass for medium to large venues
6 x TCS-56 medium dispersion enclosures
2 x TCS-40 downfill enclosures
4 x TCS-118 or TCS-215 sub-bass enclosures
1 x TMC-750 power amplifier
2 x TMC-1250 power amplifiers
1 x LMS-D6 loudspeaker management system
LMS-D6
LMS-D6
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LMS-D6 Loudspeaker Management System
The LMS-D6 is a compact and powerful DSP based audio-processing unit, ideally suited
for fixed installation applications, where it combines the functions of multiple
conventional products in a compact 1U high unit. To achieve this the LMS-D6 has 2
inputs and 6 outputs, which can be configured in 5 basic modes: 3 x 2 way, 2 x 3 way, 4
way, 5 way and 6 way crossover. Each input has gain and delay. Each output consists of a
high and lowpass filter, 5 bands of parametric equalisation, limiter, delay, gain and
polarity controls. User memories are provided, and also a multi-level security 'lock-out'
function for all controls. The LMS-D6 is also available with optional AES/EBU inputs and
outputs. The LMS-D6 is designed for quick adjustment via easy-to-use front panel
controls.
Features
♦ Superb audio quality:
Superb audio quality:Superb audio quality:
Superb audio quality: carefully optimised double precision processing plus 40 bit
internal data path for exceptional dynamic range and sonic quality.
♦ A flexible 2 input, 6 output
A flexible 2 input, 6 outputA flexible 2 input, 6 output
A flexible 2 input, 6 output multi-mode format featuring a choice of 3 x 2 way, 2 x 3
way, 4 + 2 way, 5 + 1 way and 6 way crossover modes with limiters.
♦ Each parametric section
Each parametric sectionEach parametric section
Each parametric section provides +15dB to -30dB of gain at centre frequencies
between 20Hz - 20kHz with a wide range of Qs from 0.4 to 128. All parameters feature
fine resolution with 1/36th octave frequency steps, 0.1dB gain increments and 100 Q
settings. Any parametric section can be set for LF & HF shelving response.
♦ Six high performance limiters
Six high performance limitersSix high performance limiters
Six high performance limiters are provided, featuring a wide range of control over
Attack, Release and Threshold parameters. The output meters shows headroom to
the limit threshold. The meter time constants track the limiter time constants to show
precise power usage.
♦ Variable high and low-pass filters
Variable high and low-pass filtersVariable high and low-pass filters
Variable high and low-pass filters for each output can be set for 12, 18 and 24dB per
octave slopes with a choice of Bessel, Butterworth or Linkwitz-Riley responses.
Independent control over high & low-pass functions allows asymmetric crossover
functions to be realised.
♦ Three velocity-sensitive rotary encoders
Three velocity-sensitive rotary encodersThree velocity-sensitive rotary encoders
Three velocity-sensitive rotary encoders provide a familiar and easy to use control
format with all filter information displayed simultaneously on a backlit LCD display.
♦ Delay of up to 650mS
Delay of up to 650mSDelay of up to 650mS
Delay of up to 650mS can be independently set for each output with a minimum
increment of 2.
...6µS.
♦ Comprehensive standard specification
Comprehensive standard specificationComprehensive standard specification
Comprehensive standard specification includes 20 user memories, and Turbosound’s
pre set memories.
♦ The LMS-D6 provides exceptional audio quality
exceptional audio qualityexceptional audio quality
exceptional audio quality with a full >110dB dynamic range,
high sampling rate and minimal filtering.
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Loudspeaker Connections
TCS series enclosures are provided with a recessed connector panel housing a single
Neutrik Speakon NL4MP connector wired in parallel with a 4-way terminal strip, or in the
case of the TCS-12M and TCS-15M wedge monitors via two Neutrik Speakon NL4MP
connectors wired in parallel. Either can be used for the input, the other being available as
an output for looping to further TCS enclosures. Note that looping out to additional
enclosures has the effect of reducing the total load impedance on the amplifier. For
example, two 8 ohm cabinets in parallel give a combined total impedance of 4 ohms.
Never connect loudspeakers to a power amplifier whose total combined impedance is
lower than the amplifier’s recommended minimum load impedance. Do not use the loop-
out connection to connect any other type of loudspeaker as permanent damage may
result!
The cable end Speakon connector should be wired as follows:
Positive output Pin 1 +
Negative output Pin 1 -
Please take care if XLR’s, binding posts or other dual connector systems are used at the
amplifier end of the loudspeaker cables (jack plugs/sockets should not be used) where
there is a possibility of the cables being reversed. It is highly recommended that Neutrik
Speakons or other heavy duty non-reversible connectors are used.
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Connecting Cables
Heavy duty loudspeaker cable should always be used, with a minimum wire size of 12
gauge (1.5mm2), and preferably 10 gauge (2.5mm2) for longer runs, keeping the run as
short as possible. This helps to avoid wasting amplifier power in the resistance of the
cable. High cable resistance also lowers the
damping factor
of the amplifier that affects
its ability to control loudspeaker cone movement. Losses due to undersized cable and
long runs are clearly illustrated in the table below. Please use this table to determine the
most suitable cable size and maximum run for your particular application.
8W 4W 8W 4W
5 0.07 0.8 1.6 -0.1 -0.1
10 0.13 1.6 3.2 -0.1 -0.3
25 0.33 4.0 7.7 -0.4 -0.7
50 0.67 7.7 14.3 -0.7 -1.3
100 1.33 14.3 25.0 -1.3 -2.5
5 0.04 0.5 1.0 0.0 -0.1
10 0.08 1.0 2.0 -0.1 -0.2
25 0.20 2.4 4.8 -0.2 -0.4
50 0.40 4.8 9.1 -0.4 -0.8
100 0.80 9.1 16.6 -0.8 -1.6
5 0.02 0.3 0.6 0.0 -0.1
10 0.05 0.6 1.2 -0.1 -0.1
25 0.12 1.5 3.0 -0.1 -0.3
50 0.25 3.0 5.8 -0.3 -0.5
100 0.50 5.8 11.0 -0.5 -1.0
note : Figures based on specifications supplied by Van Damme Cables (VDC)
Voltage Drop (%) 8 ohms Sensitivity Loss (dB)Nominal Cable
Area (mm2)
Cable Length
(m)
Cable Resistance
(W)
1.5
2.5
4.0
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FLYING AND LIFTING
General
A versatile set of rigging parts has been designed for arrayable TCS series enclosures in
order to give the installer a cost effective approach to flying and mounting, ranging from
a single enclosure up to multi-box arrays and clusters.
All riggable products are fitted with metric internal fixings. It is expected that external
parts such as eyenuts, flying bridles, scaffold clamps, safety chains etc. will be obtained
locally from the usual suppliers and used with the parts available from Turbosound.
Any installation, whether temporary or permanent must be securely attached to the
structure of the building using chain, steel wires or web straps which are certified and
load rated for the purpose. The combined weight of the sound system, its cables and the
rigging system must be safely carried by the points at which attachment is made to the
building or structure. Great care must be taken in selecting the attachment points and
methods, being absolutely sure of the load carrying capacity of points chosen.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The rigging of loudspeaker systems is an extremely serious matter
IMPORTANT NOTE: The rigging of loudspeaker systems is an extremely serious matterIMPORTANT NOTE: The rigging of loudspeaker systems is an extremely serious matter
IMPORTANT NOTE: The rigging of loudspeaker systems is an extremely serious matter
with potentially lethal consequences should anything go wrong. It is of vital importance
with potentially lethal consequences should anything go wrong. It is of vital importancewith potentially lethal consequences should anything go wrong. It is of vital importance
with potentially lethal consequences should anything go wrong. It is of vital importance
that you, or other people rigging the system, are suitably qualified to do so and have a
that you, or other people rigging the system, are suitably qualified to do so and have athat you, or other people rigging the system, are suitably qualified to do so and have a
that you, or other people rigging the system, are suitably qualified to do so and have a
full understanding of all the factors involved with safety as a number one priority.
full understanding of all the factors involved with safety as a number one priority.full understanding of all the factors involved with safety as a number one priority.
full understanding of all the factors involved with safety as a number one priority.
Turbosound accept no responsibility for any accident, damage or failure of any rigged
Turbosound accept no responsibility for any accident, damage or failure of any riggedTurbosound accept no responsibility for any accident, damage or failure of any rigged
Turbosound accept no responsibility for any accident, damage or failure of any rigged
system. This rigging information is specifically related to the requirements of the TCS
system. This rigging information is specifically related to the requirements of the TCSsystem. This rigging information is specifically related to the requirements of the TCS
system. This rigging information is specifically related to the requirements of the TCS
series products only. For more detailed information on the whole topic of rigging various
series products only. For more detailed information on the whole topic of rigging variousseries products only. For more detailed information on the whole topic of rigging various
series products only. For more detailed information on the whole topic of rigging various
handbooks are available. If you are in any doubt contact your Turbosound dealer who will
handbooks are available. If you are in any doubt contact your Turbosound dealer who willhandbooks are available. If you are in any doubt contact your Turbosound dealer who will
handbooks are available. If you are in any doubt contact your Turbosound dealer who will
be able to refer you to an experienced rigging company.
be able to refer you to an experienced rigging company.be able to refer you to an experienced rigging company.
be able to refer you to an experienced rigging company.
All the sets and parts have been type tested and will be covered by “certificates of
conformity” as to their ability to safely meet their design specification. These certificates
are available on request.
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Flying single enclosures
Single enclosures may be flown using a variety of different methods:
♦ Standard eyebolts (available from Turbosound or third party suppliers) attached to
the rigging points provided on the top and back of the cabinet. The rigging point at
the rear of the cabinet is used to alter the downward angle of the enclosure.
♦ OmniMount series 25, series 50, series 75 and Powerdrive series 75 wall and ceiling
brackets (not supplied) for use with smaller TCS series enclosures such as the TCS-
10, TCS-20, TCS-30 and TCS-35.
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♦ Optional Turbosound WB-60, WB-100 and CB-100 wall and ceiling brackets for use
with many full range and mid-high cabinets including the TCS-10, TCS-20, TCS-30,
TCS-35, TCS-40, TCS-56 and TCS-59.
♦ Optional Turbosound SB-30 and SB-40 swivel brackets, which can be used to mount
TCS-30 and TCS-40 enclosures to walls or ceilings.
♦ Reconfigurable sub-bass cabinets: two units of TCS-108 subwoofers can be re-
configured either as a horizontal or vertical block as shown below.
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The table below indicates which type of installation hardware to use with which
Turbosound TCS Series enclosure.
Eyebolt
WB-60
WB-100
CB-100
SB-30
SB-40
OmniMount
series 25
OmniMount
series 50
OmniMount
series 75
PowerDrive
series 75
TCS-10 ♦♦
TCS-20 ♦♦
TCS-30 ♦♦ ♦
TCS-35 ♦♦♦ ♦♦
TCS-40 ♦♦♦♦
TCS-56 ♦♦♦
TCS-59 ♦♦♦
TCS-108 ♦
TCS-118 ♦
TCS-215 ♦
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Installation of a single TCS series enclosure using eyebolts
Parts required: 3 x M10 x 36mm shoulder eyebolts
3 x flat washers
3 x spring washers
1. Remove the captive countersunk bolts from the top and the rear of the cabinet using
a flat blade screwdriver.
2. Insert the shoulder eyebolts, using a flat washer and spring washer as stand-offs.
Apply a suitable thread locking compound such as Loctite 222 (see Appendix C), and
tighten as necessary.
3. Angle the cabinet as necessary using the rigging point on the back.
Installation of a single TCS series enclosure using Omnimount or Powerdrive hardware
Parts required: Omnimount or Powerdrive wall or ceiling brackets as appropriate.
1. Ensure you have the correct bracket for the intended application and weight of the
enclosure. Verify the weights of TCS series enclosures to be installed from the
technical specifications section at the end of this manual.
2. Remove the captive countersunk bolts from the rear of the cabinet using a flat blade
screwdriver.
3. Assemble the bracket to the enclosure using the bolts and hardware provided. Apply
a suitable thread locking compound such as Loctite 222 (see Appendix C), and
tighten as necessary.
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Installation of a single TCS series enclosure using WB-60, WB-100, CB-100 wall and
ceiling brackets
Parts required: Turbosound wall or ceiling brackets as appropriate
4 x M10 x 36mm hex head bolts
4 x flat washers
4 x spring washers
1. Ensure you have the correct Turbosound bracket for the intended application and
weight of the enclosure. Verify the net weight of TCS series enclosure to be installed
from the technical specifications section at the end of this manual.
2. Remove the captive countersunk bolts from the rear of the cabinet using a flat blade
screwdriver.
3. Attach the Turbosound bracket using the hardware provided. Apply a suitable thread
locking compound such as Loctite 222 (see Appendix C), and tighten as necessary.
Installation of a single TCS series enclosure using SB-30 and SB-40 swivel brackets
Parts required: Turbosound swivel brackets as appropriate
2 x M10 x 36mm hex head bolts
2 x flat washers
2 x spring washers
2 x No.6 x 1” woodscrews
1. Remove the captive countersunk bolts from the top of the cabinet using a flat blade
screwdriver.
2. Assemble the swivel bracket to the enclosure using the spring washers and flat
washers as stand-offs. Apply a suitable thread locking compound such as Loctite 222
(see Appendix A), and tighten as necessary.
3. Adjust the cabinet angle as necessary and lock by inserting the No.6 woodscews
through the swivel bracket into the side of the cabinet.
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Flying multiple TCS-56/59 enclosures
TCS-56 and TCS-59 cabinets are equipped with a total of nine internal rigging points on
the top, bottom and sides. The threaded rigging points are comprised of steel angle
brackets which also serve to tie the top panel of the cabinet to the sides, and the sides to
the bottom panel of the cabinet. Therefore when flown the load is taken through the
rigging points, and not through the joints between the cabinet panels, resulting in safe
and efficient flying procedures.
The rigging points are utilised by removing the captive countersunk bolts from the
cabinet fittings and replacing them with either standard shoulder eyebolts or regular hex-
head bolts, which also serve to secure the cabinets to the fly bars. Setting the desired
horizontal splay angles is achieved by the positioning of these bolts within the indented
slots – marked in degrees – machined into the fly bars.
The TCS-40 downfill enclosure may be flown underneath a TCS-56/59 array by attaching a
further steel yoke (SB-40) which permits variable downward inclination as well as serving
to tie the TCS-56/59 cabinets together.
Four flying component assemblies enable the installer to assemble flown arrays with
horizontal coverage angles from approximately 70° up to 180°, with or without downfill
coverage. These are:
• FB-550/2
FB-550/2 FB-550/2
FB-550/2 (1 x TP-55/2 and 1 x BP-55/2) to fly a single row of 2 TCS-56/59 enclosures
• FB-550/3
FB-550/3 FB-550/3
FB-550/3 (1 x TP-55/3 and 1 x BP-55/3) to fly a single row of 3 TCS-56/59 enclosures
• FB-554/2
FB-554/2 FB-554/2
FB-554/2 (1 x TP-55/2 and 1 x SB-40) to fly a single row of 2 TCS-56/59 enclosures
plus TCS-40 downfill
• FB-554/3
FB-554/3FB-554/3
FB-554/3 (1 x TP-55/3 and 1 x SB-40) to fly a single row of 3 TCS-56/59 enclosures
plus TCS-40 downfill
All the flying bar assemblies are designed to accommodate only one (horizontal) row of
enclosures. They have not been designed to fly additional rows of TCS enclosures and
should not be used for this purpose.
The key elements in flying arrays of TCS series enclosures are laser-cut steel fly bars
manufactured by Turbosound which form the basis of simple, unobtrusive and versatile
flying bar assemblies to enable the rigging of 2-wide and 3-wide TCS-56/59 clusters using
the minimum of additional accessories and hardware. This allows the formation of
arched arrays with adjustable angles up to a maximum of 180º horizontal coverage angle.
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• TP-55/2
TP-55/2TP-55/2
TP-55/2 2-way flying assembly top plate and a BP-55/2
BP-55/2BP-55/2
BP-55/2 2-way flying assembly bottom
plate. It is used to connect two TCS-56/59 enclosures together with a splay angle
between cabinets of up to 30º in increments of 5º
TP-55/2 BP-55/2
• TP-55/3
TP-55/3TP-55/3
TP-55/3 3-way flying assembly top plate and a BP-55/3
BP-55/3BP-55/3
BP-55/3 3-way flying assembly bottom
plate. It is used to connect three TCS-56/59 enclosures together with a splay angle
between cabinets of up to 30º in increments of 5º. The TP-55/3 top plate is supplied in
two identical halves for handling convenience
TP-55/3 BP-55/3
• SB-40
SB-40 SB-40
SB-40 swivel bracket used to suspend a TCS-40 downfill enclosure
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Rigging Instructions for a 2-wide TCS-56/59 array
Parts required: 2 x TCS-56 or TCS-59 enclosures
1 x TP-55/2 flying assembly top plate
1 x BP-55/2 flying assembly bottom plate
4 x M10 x 36mm shoulder eyebolts
4 x M10 x 36mm hex head bolts
8 x flat washers
8 x spring washers
1. Set the cabinets out on the floor with the approximate desired horizontal splay angle.
2. Remove the countersunk screws from the rigging points on the top of the cabinets.
3. Set the TP-55/2 flying assembly top plate on the cabinets, aligning the slots with the
enclosure rigging points.
4. Assemble the top plate to the cabinets using M10 x 36mm eyebolts on the outer
rigging point on each cabinet, and M10 x 36mm hex head bolts on the inner rigging
point on each cabinet.
5. Set the cabinets to the desired horizontal angle using the indented positions on the
top plate. As a starting point this will generally be 0° between cabinets (tight packed)
in the case of the TCS-56, and 30° between cabinets in the case of the TCS-59.
6. Invert the array and attach the BP-55/2 bottom plate to the bottom of the cabinets by
removing the countersunk screws and replacing them with M10 x 36mm hex head
bolts.
7. Make final adjustments to the angle between cabinets in order to achieve the best
coverage from the array. Tighten all hardware and prepare to lift the array into
position.
8. Downward inclination of the completed
array can be set using the eyebolts
attached to the rear rigging points on
the TCS-56/59 cabinets.
9. Attach safety chains to the holes at the
rear of the flying assembly top plate.
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Rigging Instructions for a 3-wide TCS-56/59 array
Parts required: 3 x TCS-56 or TCS-59 enclosures
1 x TP-55/3 flying assembly top plate
1 x BP-55/3 flying assembly bottom plate
4 x M10 x 36mm shoulder eyebolts
8 x M10 x 36mm hex head bolts
12 x flat washers
12 x spring washers
1. Set the cabinets out on the floor with the approximate desired horizontal splay angle.
2. Remove the countersunk screws from the rigging points on the top of the cabinets.
3. Set the TP-55/3 flying assembly top plates (two are required per array) on the
cabinets, aligning the slots with the enclosure rigging points.
4. Assemble the top plates to the cabinets using M10 x 36mm eyebolts and M10 x
36mm hex head bolts as shown.
5. Set the cabinets to the desired horizontal angle using the marked positions on the
top plate. As a starting point this will generally be 0° between cabinets (tight packed)
in the case of the TCS-56, and 30° in the case of the TCS-59.
6. Invert the array and attach the BP-55/3 bottom plate to the bottom of the cabinets by
removing the countersunk screws and replacing them with M10 x 36mm hex head
bolts.
7. Make final adjustments to the angle between
cabinets in order to achieve the best coverage
from the array. Tighten all hardware and
prepare to lift the array into position.
8. Downward inclination of the completed array
can be set using the eyebolts attached to the
rear rigging points on the two outside TCS-
56/59 cabinets.
9. Attach safety chains to the holes provided at
the rear of the flying assembly top plates.
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Rigging the TCS-40 with 3-wide TCS-56/59 arrays
Parts required: 3 x TCS-56 or TCS-59 enclosures
1 x TCS-40 enclosure
1 x TP-55/3 flying assembly top plate
1 x SB-40 swivel bracket
4 x M10 x 36mm shoulder eyebolts
6 x M10 x 36mm hex head bolts
8 x flat washers
8 x spring washers
2 x No.6 x 1” woodscrews
1. Assemble the array as described in steps 1 to 5 on the previous page.
2. Invert the array and attach the SB-40 bracket to the bottom of the cabinets by
removing the countersink screws and replacing them with M10 x 36mm hex head
bolts.
3. Attach the TCS-40 enclosure using M10 x 36mm hex head bolts. The enclosure is
designed with a 15° top panel angle to allow it to be positioned close to the TCS-
56/59 enclosures and angled downwards. Further adjustment to the desired
downward angle can then be made. Use the small holes in the ends of the SB-40
swivel bracket to lock the cabinet at the required angle using the No.6 woodscrews.
4. Tighten all hardware and prepare to lift the array into position.
Attach safety chains to the holes provided at the rear of the flying assembly top plates.
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APPENDIX A
Technical Specifications
TCS-59
700mm x 370m x
389mm (27.6” x 14.6” x
15.3”)
22kg (48.4lbs)
12” LF, 1” HF
60Hz – 20kHz ± 4dB
90° H x 60° V
290 watts rms
580 watts program
725 watts peak
97dB, 1W @ 1m
131dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-56
700mm x 370m x
389mm (27.6” x 14.6” x
15.3”)
22kg (48.4lbs)
12” LF, 1” HF
60Hz – 20kHz ± 4dB
60° H x 40° V
290 watts rms
580 watts program
725 watts peak
97dB, 1W @ 1m
131dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-40
296mm x 806m x
260mm (11.6” x 31.8” x
10.2”)
19kg (41.8lbs)
2 x 8” LF, 1” HF
75Hz – 20kHz ± 4dB
100° H x 40° V
240 watts rms
480 watts program
600 watts peak
96dB, 1W @ 1m
128dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-35
385mm x 274mm x
286mm (15.2” x 10.8” x
11.3”)
9.7kg (21.3lbs)
1 x 8” LF, 1” HF
55Hz – 20kHz ± 4dB
120° H x 120° V
200 watts rms
400 watts program
500 watts peak
89dB, 1W @ 1m
121dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-30
210mm x 494mm x
190mm (8.3” x 19.5” x
7.5”)
8.5kg (18.7lbs)
2 x 5” LF, 1” HF
70Hz – 20kHz ± 4dB
100° H x 60° V
125 watts rms
250 watts program
315 watts peak
90dB, 1W @ 1m
120dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-20
426mm x 162mm x
140mm (16.8” x 6.4” x
5.5”)
4.5kg (9.9lbs)
2 x 5” LF, 0.5” HF
70Hz – 20kHz ± 4dB
120° H x 120° V
120 watts rms
240 watts program
300 watts peak
90dB, 1W @ 1m
120dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-10
280mm x 162m x
140mm (11” x 6.4” x
5.5”)
3kg (6.6lbs)
5” LF, 0.5” HF
72Hz – 20kHz ± 4dB
120° H x 120° V
100 watts rms
200 watts program
250 watts peak
88dB, 1W @ 1m
117dB peak
16 ohms
Dimensions
Net weight
Components
Frequency
response
Dispersion
Power
handling
Sensitivity
Max SPL
Impedance
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APPENDIX A
Technical Specifications (continued)
TCS-15M
653mm x 442mm x 422mm
(25.7” x 17.4” x 16.6”)
27kg (59.4lbs)
15” LF, 1” HF
60Hz – 20kHz ±
±±
± 4dB
90°
°°
° H x 40°
°°
° V
340 watts rms
680 watts program
850 watts peak
96dB, 1W @ 1m
130dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-12M
558mm x 350m x 361mm
(22” x 13.8” x 14.2”)
17kg (37.4lbs)
12” LF, 1” HF
60Hz – 20kHz ±
±±
± 4dB
90°
°°
° H x 40°
°°
° V
290 watts rms
580 watts program
725 watts peak
98dB, 1W @ 1m
131dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-215
730mm x 705mm x 482mm
(28.7” x 27.7” x 19”)
48kg (105.6lbs)
2 x 15” LF
41Hz – 200Hz ±
±±
± 4dB
N/A
800 watts rms
1600 watts program
2000 watts peak
99dB, 1W @ 1m
136dB peak
4 ohms
TCS-118
730mm x 705mm x 482mm
(28.7” x 27.7” x 19”)
45kg (99lbs)
1 x18” LF
34Hz – 150Hz ±
±±
± 4dB
N/A
600 watts rms
1200 watts program
1500 watts peak
96dB, 1W @ 1m
133dB peak
8 ohms
TCS-108
274mm x 337mm x 440mm
(10.8” x 13.3” x 17.3”)
11.5kg (25.3lbs)
1 x 8” LF
43Hz – 140Hz ±
±±
± 4dB
N/A
175 watts rms
350 watts program
437 watts peak
91dB, 1W @ 1m
120dB peak
8 ohms
Dimensions
Net weight
Components
Frequency response
Dispersion
Power handling
Sensitivity
Max SPL
Impedance
Due to continuing product improvement the above specifications are subject to change.
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APPENDIX B: WARRANTY
Limited Warranty
This Turbosound loudspeaker product is warranted to the original end-user purchaser
and all subsequent owners for a period of two (2) years from the original date of
purchase.
Warranty Coverage
Warranty coverage includes defects in materials and workmanship. It does not include:
♦ damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, neglect or modification by any other
person other than an authorised Turbosound representative,
♦ damage caused by overdriving, use with unsuitable amplifiers or amplifier failure,
♦ damage caused by failure to operate the product in accordance with the instructions
contained in the user’s manual,
♦ damage occurring during shipment in transit,
♦ claims based upon any misrepresentations by the seller,
♦ products which do not have the original components as specified in the product
engineering information,
♦ products on which the serial number has been removed or defaced.
Shipping
Should any fault develop with a component of your Turbosound system, please return
the product, freight pre-paid, in its original packing carton, along with proof of purchase
such as the original bill of sale or receipted invoice, and a description of the suspected
fault to Turbosound Ltd. (Att: Customer Service), Star Road, Partridge Green, West
Sussex RH13 8RY, England, or your local authorised Turbosound representative. The
product serial number must be quoted in all correspondence relating to the claim.
Insurance is recommended, as Turbosound or its representatives are not liable for loss or
damage in transit. Turbosound will pay for return freight costs should repairs be covered
under warranty.
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Incidental and consequential damages
Turbosound's liability is limited to the repair or replacement, at our option, of any
defective product, and shall not be liable for any incidental and consequential damages
including, without limitation, injury to persons or property or loss of use.
Limitation of implied warranties
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.
This warranty is in addition to, and in no way detracts from, your statutory rights as a
consumer. No other warranty is expressed or implied.
Please record your purchase information below for future reference:
Dealer Name ............................................................................................................................
Dealer Address ........................................................................................................................
...................................................................................................................................................
...................................................................................................................................................
Post / Zip Code ........................................................................................................................
Dealer telephone / fax .............................................................................................................
Invoice number .......................................................................................................................
Date of purchase .....................................................................................................................
Unit serial number ..................................................................................................................
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APPENDIX C
Use of thread locking compounds
When assembling flying hardware to TCS series loudspeaker enclosures it is advisable to
use thread-locking compounds to eyebolts and other bolts in order to avoid any
possibility of loosening.
The recommended thread-locking compound is Loctite 222.
The threaded rigging points used in TCS series enclosures are manufactured from zinc-
plated mild steel. Therefore, and additionally if the external bolts used are zinc-plated,
zinc-passivated, stainless steel or anodised (as the majority are), then the corresponding
activator, Loctite 7471, should be used to achieve 100% performance.
Application:
Application: Application:
Application: Spray Loctite 7471 into the thread holes and allow to evaporate. Apply
Loctite 222 thread locking compound to the bolts prior to fitting, allowing sufficient to fill
all the engaged threads. Assemble components and tighten as necessary.
The parts may be disassembled by hand if required.
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Notes
Turbosound Ltd.
Star Road, Partridge Green
West Sussex RH13 8RY England
Tel: +44 (0)1403 711447 Fax: +44 (0)1403 710155
web: www.turbosound.com
