Arraying - Tannoy V15 User Manual

8. Arraying

As discussed in the previous section, comb filtering is a phenomenon, which cannot not be cured by
equalisation. Small alterations to loudspeaker positions can have the effect of minimising problematic
combing frequencies. Arrays should be constructed so that the individual coverage patters of each
loudspeaker combine with minimal overlap. The design of the V15 cabinet greatly simplifies the
creation of effective arrays, allowing seamless wide (130 degree) horizontal coverage using two
loudspeakers without the need for tedious experimentation.
By placing the V15 cabinets as shown in the diagram below, minimal dispersion pattern overlap is
achieved, guaranteeing an extraordinarily smooth transition.
In many applications the 75-degree dispersion pattern may be sufficient in the horizontal plane.
It is also possible to stack the cabinets vertically using the above method, say for use in a central
cluster, where greater vertical dispersion is required.
9.
As shown in the above diagram, one of the V15 cabinets is inverted to allow the optimum splay
angle to be achieved. The grill can be simply removed from this cabinet and be replaced in the
correct orientation. The grill is held in position by the two fixing screws on the top and bottom
lips of the cabinet.
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