Turbosound Portable Speaker TCS SERIES USER User Manual

TCS SERIES  
USER MANUAL  
Turbosound Ltd.  
Star Road, Partridge Green  
West Sussex RH13 8RY UK  
Tel: +44 (0)1403 711447 Fax: +44 (0)1403 710155  
Issue 1.3 October 2005  
Copyright © 2005 Turbosound Ltd.  
 
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Contents  
Thanks ................................................................................................................................5  
Unpacking the TCS series loudspeaker......................................................................5  
Introduction..................................................................................................................6  
Features........................................................................................................................6  
Product Range Summary............................................................................................7  
System Requirements ...............................................................................................10  
Amplifier considerations...........................................................................................10  
System Configurations..............................................................................................11  
LMS-D6 Loudspeaker Management System.................................................................13  
Features......................................................................................................................13  
Loudspeaker Connections.........................................................................................14  
Connecting Cables.....................................................................................................15  
Flying and lifting..............................................................................................................15  
Flying and lifting..............................................................................................................16  
General .......................................................................................................................16  
Flying single enclosures............................................................................................17  
Installation of a single TCS series enclosure using eyebolts .................................20  
Installation of a single TCS series enclosure using Turbosound or Omnimount  
hardware.....................................................................................................................20  
Installation of a single TCS series enclosure using WB-10, WB-20, W-55, CB-10,  
CB-55 wall and ceiling brackets ................................................................................21  
Installation of a single TCS series enclosure using SB-30 and SB-40 swivel  
brackets.......................................................................................................................21  
Rigging Instructions for a 2-wide TCS-56/59 array..................................................23  
Rigging Instructions for a 2-wide TCS-56/59 array..................................................24  
Rigging Instructions for a 3-wide TCS-56/59 array..................................................25  
Rigging the TCS-40 with 3-wide TCS-56/59 arrays..................................................26  
Appendix A ......................................................................................................................27  
Technical Specifications............................................................................................27  
Appendix B: Warranty.....................................................................................................29  
Limited Warranty .......................................................................................................29  
Warranty Coverage....................................................................................................29  
Shipping .....................................................................................................................29  
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Incidental and consequential damages................................................................... 30  
Limitation of implied warranties.............................................................................. 30  
Appendix C ...................................................................................................................... 31  
Use of thread locking compounds ........................................................................... 31  
Notes .......................................................................................................................... 32  
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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  
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  
accurate and predictable results when specifying sound systems in a given venue.  
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Product Range Summary  
The TCS-20 is a compact passive 2-way wide dispersion  
loudspeaker using two 5” LF drivers and a 1” neodymium soft  
dome 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 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 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 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 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 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 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-108 is also available with  
integral passive crossover network (TCS-108P), and as a  
self-powered product with an internal power amplifier  
module.  
The 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 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 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 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. Turbosound LMS  
series digital management systems are 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:  
The am plifier'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 nom inal im pedance.  
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  
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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  
LMS  
-D6  
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  
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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: carefully optimised double precision processing plus 40 bit  
internal data path for exceptional dynamic range and sonic quality.  
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 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 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 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 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 can be independently set for each output with a minimum  
increment of 2.6µS.  
Comprehensive standard specification includes 20 user memories, and  
Turbosound’s pre set memories.  
The LMS-D6 provides 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  
Negative output  
Pin 1 +  
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 dam ping 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.  
Nominal Cable  
Area (mm2)  
Cable Length  
(m)  
Cable Resistance  
(W)  
Voltage Drop (%) 8 ohms  
Sensitivity Loss (dB)  
8W  
0.8  
1.6  
4.0  
7.7  
14.3  
0.5  
1.0  
2.4  
4.8  
9.1  
0.3  
0.6  
1.5  
3.0  
5.8  
4W  
1.6  
3.2  
8W  
-0.1  
-0.1  
-0.4  
-0.7  
-1.3  
0.0  
-0.1  
-0.2  
-0.4  
-0.8  
0.0  
4W  
-0.1  
-0.3  
-0.7  
-1.3  
-2.5  
-0.1  
-0.2  
-0.4  
-0.8  
-1.6  
-0.1  
-0.1  
-0.3  
-0.5  
-1.0  
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100  
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25  
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100  
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0.13  
0.33  
0.67  
1.33  
0.04  
0.08  
0.20  
0.40  
0.80  
0.02  
0.05  
0.12  
0.25  
0.50  
1.5  
2.5  
4.0  
7.7  
14.3  
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5.8  
11.0  
note : Figures based on specifications supplied by Van Damme Cables (VDC)  
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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  
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 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 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 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.  
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-10 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 swivel brackets, which can be used to mount TCS-20, 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.  
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 Turbosound or Omnimount hardware  
Parts required: Turbosound or Omnimount 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-10, WB-20, W-55, CB-10, CB-55  
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 (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 (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 (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 (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 2-way flying assembly top plate and a 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 3-way flying assembly top plate and a 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 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  
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APPENDIX A  
Technical Specifications (continued)  
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: 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  
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Turbosound Ltd.  
Star Road, Partridge Green  
West Sussex RH13 8RY England  
Tel: +44 (0)1403 711447 Fax: +44 (0)1403 710155  
 

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