ElechOVoiCe’ aa T18 Subwoofer + DL18MT Manifold Technology™ woofer for reliable, extended low-frequency output + Subwoofer for augmenting the low-frequency performance of EV stage systems + Natural high-frequency roll-off + 400-watt long-term power capacity + Rugged, road-ready cabinet; metal grille; black carpet fi + Neutrik Speakon® and * phone jack inputs + 1/,inch stand mount in top allows use of satellite system Deseri The Electro-Voice TIX is a 400-watt subwoofer loudspeaker system which com bines the attributes of both horn-loaded and vented-box designs. It utiliz SubScoop™ cabinet construction with a newly revised DLISMT woofer, as used in the unique the Manifold Technology* concert systems. The design behaves Tike a horn over much ofits range, but without the time delay and ‘weight problems usually associated with conventional designs. Vented-box principles take over forthe lowest octave and assist in producing exceptionally high levels of clean, punchy bass from a subcompact box. The reverse woofer orientation hus been used optimize the rer chamber volume and de crease the hor flare rate for extended low: end pertormanes The TIS can be used to augment the bass performance of any Electto-Voice stage system, (This may involve the use of appropriate electronics and erossovers.) A Vein, stand-mount revepeacte on the op surface of the TIS allows satelite speaker systems such as the TS2 and T22 to be sed USE IN MULTIPLES The TIS may be used in multiples wo increase acoustic output. A 6B inerease in maxi- ‘mum acoustic output oecurs when two speaker systems are placed side by side and paralleled, yielding 2 4-ohim load. For op- tration at very-low frequencies, the woofer cones “mutually couple,” acting as one sys tem with twice the effective cone area and power-hundling capacity of single system, Increasing the cone area doubles the eff cieney, providing & 3-dB inerease in sound pressure level, The doubled power capacity provides the potential for an additional 3-4B gain in maximum acoustic output Mutual coupling oceurs when the frequeney is such that the center-to-center distance be ‘wveen the two Wooler manifolds is less than about one-half wavelength, When the dis tance is ereter than one-half wavelength, as would occur if 10 TI8's were widely spaced, the level inerease tend to be limited to the 3-48 power-hanling increase The woofer is connected using one of the Neutrik Speakon® or '/-inch phone jacks ‘marked “input.” Electo- Voice recommends the Neutrik NLAMPR-V connector be used {in most high power situations, The '/-inch jacks are there to provide & level of back ward compatibility with lower-powered sys tems. A parallel woofer can be connected using the other connector. Care must be taken not to abuse the amplifier by connect ing impedances which are coo low crossovers and amplifiers To optimize performance, the T18 should be used in conjunction with an active crossover with @ minimum slope of 12 dB per octave and a crossover frequency in the range of 100 10 250 H7, Duc tothe high efficiency of the TIS, less amplitier input is needed to achieve a given sound output level. The high power-handling capacity of the T1S permits the use of amplifiers with a rating of up 10 800 watts rms into 8 obs, speaker protection When in the vented-box mode, the SubScoop," Tike all other vented systems, ‘experiences rapidly increasing cone excur- sion below the box-tuning frequency, ‘The acoustic output is also decreasing rapidly therefore itis sensible to protect the TS and ‘maximize the power output of the subwooter by inserting am active 32-H7 high-pass filter with a slope of at least 12 dB per octave into the circuit, Such subpassband filters are Found in many commercially available cross ‘overs and equalizers including items man.18 Subwoofer 18 Subwoofer factured by Eleetro-Voice. FREQUENCY RESPONSE The TI8’s axial frequency response was measured in Electto-Voice’s large anechoie chamber ata distance of 3 meters (10 fect) with swept sine-wave input. Figure | has been averaged and corrected for L watt at 1 ENCLOSURE CONSTRUCTION Intended t0 be used as a portable speaker system, the T18 is ruggedly constructed of "cinch void-free plywood. All joints are dado cut, and the cabinet is finished with a densely woven, abose-resistant earpet thats both attractive and highly durable. A full length steel grille provects the woofer from damage. Large, heavy-duty metal comer pro- tectors, firmly secured rubber feet, and re cessed handles complete the picture, ensur ing that the TI8 speaker system is ideally suited fora long and reliable life onthe road, TIS CONNECTIONS The TI8 is equipped with two paralleled Neutrik Speakon® NLAMPR-V connectors, selected for their ability to reliably detiver tothe speaker components the high currents e power amplifies ‘An NLAFC mating connector is supplied The NL4FC is four-pin connector. and Fi. tue 5 shows how the usual two-conductor speaker eable should be wired to pits 1+ and IF of the connector. Two typical connectors atthe power amplifier end of the eable are shown: banana and '/-inch phone plugs, (The banana plug provides the nore reliable [Nove also that Neutrik Speakon’ cables, com rectors und wiring accessories are availible and Whirlwind Maisie Distributor, Inc. Ta find your local Pro Co, Whirlwind or Neutrik dealer, from Pro Co Sound, Inc Pro Co Sound, Ine, 135 B, Kalamazoo Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49007 616/388-9675 Whirlwind Musie Distributors, Ine, P.O. Box 1075 Rochester, NY. 14603, 716/663-8820 Neutrik USA, Inc. 195-83 Lehigh Ave. Lakewood, NI 08701 908/901-9888 USE WITH SATELLITE SPEAKER SYSTEMS The H/cin, stand mount in the top surface of the TIS can be used with any length of Standard 1'/pin. tube. Care should be taken to ensure that the TIS is used on a flat and level surface, Blectro-Voice strongly recor ‘mend thatthe top ofthe satellite speaker be ‘no more than 8 Feet (24 em) above the ground and weigh no more than 75 pounds (G4 hg). Ie isthe responsibilty ofthe user to ensure thatthe system is sae and stable, Do fot use where the system can be easily knocked over SERVICE In the unlikely event the TH8 requires ser the woofer ean be replaced or serviced from the front. A service data sheet is avail able from Electo- Voice. POWER-HANDLING Test, Electro-Voive components and systems ane smuanufactured to exacting standards, ensur- ing they will hold up, not only through the most rigorous of power tests, but also though continued use in arduous, real-life conditions. The EIA Loudspeaker Power (ANSIELA RS-426-A 1980) uses a noise spectrum which maimies typical music and tests the thermal and me. Rating Pall Range chanical capabilities of the components, Electro-Voice will support relevant a= tional standards as ane! when they become available. Extreme, in-house power tess, Which push the performance boundaries of the woofers, are also performed and passed to ensure years of trouble-free service Specifically, the TIS passes ANSI/EIA RS-426-A 190 with he following values R= 69 ohms (L158R,) Pra Test voltage =52.4 volts ms, 100 wats 1048 voles peak The “peak” power-handlin capacity of a ‘woofer is determined by the peak test volt age amount. For the TI8, 2 104.8-volt peak test volige translates into 1,600- watts short term peak power-handling capacity. This is equivalent of four times the “wren Power-handling capacity, and isa peak that cam be sustained for only a few milliseconds However, this som of short duration peak is very typical in speceh and music, Provided the amplifier ean reproduce the signal avcu: rately, without clipping, the woofer will lso perfoer accurately and reliably, even at these tects? And Engineers’ Specitie The loudspeaker shal bes horn-lowled type. The low frequencies sll be reproduced with 4 400-watt (ANSI/EIA RS-426-A 1980) DLISMT 46-cm (18-in.) woofer. The sys tem will reproduce the frequencies from 33 © 250 Hz. The system shall be capable of producing average sound levels in exeess of 126 dB in the long term, and short-term peaks of 132 4B. The enclosure shall be constructed of black, carpeted, multilayer plywood and have a metal grille which attaches with six screws, The dimensions shall be 83.3 em (32.8 in.) tall, 63.0 em ( (24.0 in.) deep, The system shall weigh 49.4 ‘kg (109 Ib), Neuttik Speakon’ and inch Jn) wide and 60.9 em jack connections shall be provided. A P/gin, stand mount capable of support: ing 75 pouncls (34 ky) will be provided in the top surface ofthe TIS enclosure The loudspeaker system shall be the Elee- t1o-Voiee T18 subwoofer, Limited Warranty Blectro-Voice products are guaranteed ‘against malfunction due to defects in mate rials or workmanship fora specified period, as noted in the individual produet-line staterent(s) below, or inthe individual prod- uct data sheet or owner's manual, beginning with the date of original purchase. If such ‘malfunction occurs during the specified pe rod, the product will be repaired o replaced (at our option) withoot charge. The product will be retumed tothe customer prepaid, BX- clusions and Limitations: The Limited Warranty does not apply to: (a) exterior fin- ish or appearance; (b) certain specific items described in the individual product-line statement(s) below, or inthe individual prodita we bere (as uct data sheet or owner’s manual; (¢) mal function resulting from use or operation of the product other than as specified in the product data sheet or owner's manual; (d) ‘malfunction resulting from misuse or abuse of the product; or e) malfunction occurring at any time after repairs have been made to the product by a Voice Service or any of its authorized ser ing Warranty vive representatives. Obtai Serv tomer must deliver the product, prepaid, to Electro-Voiee Service or any ofits autho: fo obtain warranty iced service representatives together with proof of purchase ofthe product inthe form ‘ofa bill of sale or receipted invoice. A list of authorized service representatives is avail able rom Electro-Voiee Service at 600 Cecil Street, Buchanan, M1 49107 (800/234-6831 tor FAX 616/695-4743), Incides Consequential Damages Excluded: Proc repair or replacement and return to the customer are the only remedies provided to the customer. Flectro-Voice shall nt be li tal and Able for any'incidental or consequential dam. sages including, without limitation, injury to persons or property or loss of use, Some states do not allow the exclusion or limita- tion of incidental or consequential damages sothe above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Other Rights: This warranty tives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from stato to state, Electro-Voice Speakers and Speaker Systems are guaranteed against ‘malfunetion due to defects in materials oF ‘workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of original purchase. The Lim ited Warranty does not apply to buried voice coils or malfunctions such as cone anor coil «damage resulting from improperly designed enclosures. Electro-Voice active electronics associated withthe speaker systems are guar antced for three (3) years from the date of original purchase. Additional details are in cluded in the Uniform Limited Warranty For warranty repair or service informa tion, contact the service repair department tt: 616/695-6831 oF SOQV685-2606, For technical assistance, contact Technical Support at 800/234-6831 or 616/695-6831, MER, 8:00am. to 5:00 pum, Eastern Stan- dard Time, Specifications subject to change without FIGURE 1—Axial Frequency Response FIGURE 3—Dimensions Distortion 0.1 (30 wats) =| aoe J ce FIGURE 4—Using the T18 with a Satellite Speaker System JaJOOMANS BILLT18 Subwoofer FIGURE 3—Two-Conductor Cable Configurations for TIS Subwoofer NLAFC Four Using Neutrik Speakor Pin Connector Typical Axial Frequency Response (swept shird-octave pink noise, anechoic en- 4 volts at 10 feet, normalized meter; see Figure 1): 45-250 417 for 1 watt Low-Frequency 3-4B-Down Point: 45 Hy Usable Low-Frequency Down Point): imit (10-dB- 3 He Hall-Space Reference Efficiency: 6.0% Long-Term Average Power-Handling Ca pacity per ANSUEIA RS-426-A 1980 {see Power-Handling Capacity section): 400 watts Maximum Woofer Acoustic Output: 24 watts tivity (SPL at I meter, L watt nechoie environment, band-limited pink ral, 50 t0 200 Hz): 99 dB-full space (102 dB-1/2 space, 105 dB-1/4 space) Dispersion Angle Included by 6-dB- Down Points on Polar Responses Essentially omnidirectional Distortion, 0.1 Full Power Input (see Fig. Second 100 Hi Third Harmonic, 100 Hr: —44 dB, 063% Transducer Complement: DLISMT Box Tuning Frequency: 38H Recommended Crossover Fr -$2.dB, 0.25% 250 Hor below Recommended Crossover Slope: 124B per octave S ohms Minium 6.6 ols Input Connectors: Two Neuttik Speakon* NLSMPR-V and two '-in, phone jacks, all in parallel Supplied Accessory: ‘Neutrik Speakon® NLAFC input cable Mountin Top surface contains stand mount receptacle foe use with satelite spe Black, carpet-covered ')-in, woid-free plywood Grille: Black perforated metal Enclosure Dimensions (sce Figure 3), 183.3 em (32.8 in.) Width: 63.0cm (24.8 in.) Depth: 60.9 em (24.0 in.) 86:4 cm (34.0 in.) Width: 65, Depth: 65, Net Weigh 49.4 kp (109 Ib Shipping Weight: 5400 kg (119 1b) em 25.8 in) SPEAKERS: Subwooter ElectloVoice’ ‘600 Cecil Stret, Buchanan, MI 49107 (616/695-6831, 616/695-1304 Fax