Q u ic k S t a r t G u id e
TCX series
Models covered by this Quick Start Guide
TCX-8, TCX-10, TCX-12, TCX-15, TCX-15B, TCX-18B
Thank you for choosing a TURBOSOUND loudspeaker product for your application. If you would like further information about
Unpacking the loudspeaker
After unpacking the unit please check carefully for damage. If damage is found, please notify your supplier at once. You, the
consignee, must instigate any claim. Please retain all packaging in case of future re-shipment.
System requirements
TCX series two-way loudspeakers operate as passive systems and require only
one amplifier channel for correct operation; the internal passive crossover
network built into each enclosure splits the frequency range appropriately
between the LF driver and the HF driver. TCX loudspeakers are equipped with
two Speakon NL4 connectors wired in parallel with a 4-way barrier strip
connector, providing input and loop-through connections to additional TCX
series loudspeakers.
To avoid wasting amplifier power you should use heavy-duty speaker cable with
a minimum wire size of 12 gauge (1.5mm²), and preferably 10 gauge (2.5mm²) for
longer runs. For extreme cable lengths be aware of cable impedance and
resistive losses. Always observe the correct polarity as shown.
Amplifier considerations
TCX series loudspeaker enclosures should be driven by high quality power amplifiers designed for true
professional use. Power amplifiers should be capable of delivering long term broadband power equal to the
loudspeaker’s program power rating at its stated nominal impedance. The use of under-powered amplifiers must
be avoided as heavily clipped signals can cause permanent loudspeaker damage.
Model
TCX-8
8Ω
TCX-10
8Ω
TCX-12
8Ω
TCX-15
8Ω
TCX-15B
8Ω
TCX-18B
8Ω
Impedance
Amplifier power
400w
500w
600w
800w
2000w
2000w
System Controllers
TCX systems can be used with Turbosound LMS-D24 or LMS-D26 controllers to provide improved performance as well as vital
operating and system security features. If you do not have a controller, please contact your Turbosound dealer for further details.
Turbosound LMS-D2X controllers provide preset slots into which you can load TCX loudspeaker model parameters, available as a
free download. To use your TCX loudspeaker with a Turbosound controller:
2. Power up the controller(s) and associated power amplifiers.
3. Press RECALL to select the appropriate program from the preset menu using the A’ ROTARY ENCODER.
4. Press RECALL again to accept the preset. The controller will un-mute and is then ready for use.
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Wall brackets
Illustrated: TCX-12 on a WB-55 wall bracket
• Separate the component parts of the bracket into the wall plate and speaker plate
assemblies by removing the nylock nut underneath the wall plate horizontal lug.
• Remove the countersunk bolts on the rear panel of the cabinet and attach the speaker
plate to the cabinet with the bolts supplied.
• Fix the wall plate in the venue using appropriate fixings (not supplied), ensuring that the
cable access hole is towards the top.
• Lift the loudspeaker on to the wall plate and locate the large captive bolt welded to the
speaker plate through the wall plate lug. Re-assemble the bracket parts, adjust the aim of
the loudspeaker and tighten all bolts.
Ceiling brackets
Illustrated: TCX-12 on a CB-55 ceiling bracket
• Separate the component parts of the bracket into the ceiling plate and speaker plate
assemblies by removing the nylock nut underneath the wall plate lug.
• Remove the countersunk bolts on the rear panel of the cabinet and attach the speaker plate
to the cabinet with the bolts supplied.
• Fix the ceiling plate in the venue using appropriate fixings (not supplied). Lift the
loudspeaker on to the ceiling plate and re-assemble the bracket fixings, adjust the aim of
the loudspeaker and tighten all bolts.
Pole brackets
TCX series mid-high cabinets equipped with a recessed pole mount socket can be wall mounted with the generic PB-55 pole
bracket. Fix the bracket in the venue using appropriate wall fixings, mount the loudspeaker on to the spigot, and aim the
loudspeaker as required. Tighten the pole bracket grub screw to lock the loudspeaker and prevent unauthorised removal.
OmniMount™ brackets
The internal rigging points are also compatible with OmniMount series 120 wall and ceiling brackets. To mount TCX cabinets
with OmniMount brackets follow the instructions provided with the brackets.
Suspending with eyebolts
Illustrated: TCX-15 with M10 eyebolts
TCX cabinets can be suspended using optional eyebolts coupled to the internal rigging points
provided on the top, bottom and sides and back. The simplest method is to use the two
rigging points on the top and a single pull-back rigging point in the centre of the rear panel.
Remove the appropriate countersunk screws and replace them with shoulder eyebolts, which
must have a thread length of at least 18mm. Use the rear rigging point to angle the cabinet
for optimum room coverage. Cabinets may be hung upside down if required.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The mounting of a permanently installed sound system may be
dangerous unless undertaken by qualified personnel with the required experience and
certification to perform the necessary tasks. Walls, floors or ceilings must be capable of safely and securely supporting the actual
load. The mounting accessory used must be safely and securely fixed both to the loudspeaker and to the wall, floor or ceiling.
When mounting rigging components on walls, floors or ceilings, ensure that all fixings and fasteners used are of an appropriate
size and load rating. Wall and ceiling claddings, and the construction and composition of walls and ceilings, all need to be taken
into account when determining whether a particular fixing arrangement can be safely employed for a particular load. Cavity plugs
or other specialist fixings, if required, must be of an appropriate type, and must be fitted and used in accordance with the maker s
instructions.
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Servicing and driver removal
1. Place the cabinet on its back on a suitable work surface. Remove the six Pozidrive countersunk screws that hold the grille in
place and set the grille aside (fig 1).
2. Remove the M5 hex head bass driver fixings screws (fig 2).
3. Disconnect and remove the bass driver, making a note of the polarity for later reconnection (fig 3).
4. Remove the M5 hex head HF horn fixing screws (fig 4).
5. Lift out the horn and compression driver assembly. Disconnect the cables from the compression driver, making a note of the
polarity for later reconnection (fig 5).
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6. Reinstatement is a simple reversal of the above process. Reconnect the compression driver cables, observing the correct
polarity (white cable to the +ve terminal, green/white cable to the ve terminal).
7. Replace the horn and driver in the cabinet.
8. Replace the horn fixing screws and tighten.
9. Reconnect the bass driver cables, observing the correct polarity (brown cable to the red +ve terminal, blue cable to the black ve
terminal) and reinstate the driver in the cabinet. Replace and tighten the driver fixing screws.
10. Replace the grille (fig 6) and phase check the cabinet before use.
Rotating the HF horn pattern
The high frequency horn in all TCX two-way models can be rotated through 90° in order to swap the horizontal and vertical
dispersion patterns, particularly useful to retain the wide horizontal dispersion when the cabinet is installed horizontally in venues
with limited ceiling height.
1. Remove the loudspeaker grille as above.
2. Remove the M5 hex head HF horn fixings screws
3. Lift the horn / driver assembly out, rotate the horn as necessary to achieve the desired coverage pattern and replace it in the
cabinet.
4. Replace the horn fixing screws and tighten.
5. Replace the grille and phase check the cabinet before use.
EASE Data
EASE data is available for TCX series loudspeakers to enable software simulation of audio coverage installation projects. Please
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Technical Specifications
Model
TCX-8
TCX-10
TCX-12
TCX-15
TCX-15B
TCX-18B
Dimensions (mm)
(inches)
408 x 312 x 280
16.1 x 12.3 x 11
488 x 370 x 332
552 x 410 x 368
652 x 470 x 422
600 x 500 x 600
838 x 469 x 440
33 x 18.5 x 17.3
19.2 x 14.6 x 13.1
21.7 x 16.1 x 14.5
25.7 x 18.5 x 16.6
23.6 x 19.7 x 23.6
Net weight
9.5kg (21lbs)
13.5kg (29.7lbs)
19.5kg (43lbs)
24.5kg (54lbs)
35.5 kg (78lbs)
40 kg (88lbs)
Components
1 x 8” LF driver
1 x 1” HF driver
1 x 10” LF driver
1 x 1” HF driver
1 x 12” LF driver
1 x 1” HF driver
1 x 15” LF driver
1 x 1” HF driver
1 x 15” LF driver
1 x 18” LF driver
Response (±10dB)
Dispersion @-6dB
Sensitivity 1w @ 1m
Power handling
Calc max SPL
70Hz – 20kHz
90°h x 60°v
94dB
68Hz – 20kHz
90°h x 60°v
95dB
68Hz – 20kHz
90°h x 60°v
97dB
55Hz – 20kHz
90°h x 60°v
99dB
30Hz – 150Hz
N/A
25Hz – 200Hz
N/A
95dB
94dB
200 watts
123dB
250 watts
125dB
300 watts
128dB
400 watts
131dB
1000 watts
131dB
1000 watts
130dB
Impedance
8 ohms
8 ohms
8 ohms
8 ohms
8 ohms
8 ohms
Connectors
2 x Speakon NL4
2 x Speakon NL4
2 x Speakon NL4
2 x Speakon NL4
2 x Speakon NL4
2 x Speakon NL4
4-way barrier strip
4-way barrier strip
4-way barrier strip
4-way barrier strip
4-way barrier strip
4-way barrier strip
Spares and Accessories
CD-119 / RD-119
CD-120 / RD-120
LS-1027 / RC-1027
LS-1224 / RC-1224
LS-1531 / RC-1531
LS-1532 / RC-1532
LS-1816 / RC-1816
LS-8094 / RC-8094
Compression driver / diaphragm for TCX-12, TCX-15
Compression driver / diaphragm for TCX-8, TCX-10
10 low frequency loudspeaker / recone kit for TCX-10
12 low frequency loudspeaker / recone kit for TCX-12
15 low frequency loudspeaker / recone kit for TCX-15
15 low frequency loudspeaker / recone kit for TCX-15B
18 low frequency loudspeaker / recone kit for TCX-18B
8
low frequency loudspeaker / recone kit for TCX-8
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, or one (1) year for electronics products, from the original date of purchase. Warranty coverage includes defects in
materials and workmanship. It does not include:
• damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, neglect or modification by any person other than an authorised Turbosound
representative,
• damage caused by failure to operate the product in accordance with the instructions contained in the user manual,
• damage occurring during shipment in transit,
• claims based on any misrepresentation 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.
• 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 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.
Turbosound Ltd, Star Road, Partridge Green, West Sussex RH13 8RY, UK t: +44(0)1403 711447 w: www.turbosound.com
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