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VNET SC1
VNET SC1 Controller

VNET SC1 Controller (network enabled)

Product Description Features

In its basic configuration the Tannoy VNET SC1 is a powerful ‘2 in 6 out’ digital system controller Features common to both models:
which provides multiple X-Over, EQ, Delay and Limiting options. Using DSP-based digital crossovers • Two balanced XLR analogue inputs and six balanced
with 96kHz sampling rates, this versatile controller will enable simple configuration and optimisation XLR analogue outputs

of loudspeakers in terms of speaker management and room EQ functionality. • Simple configuration and optimisation of loudspeakers in
terms of speaker management and room EQ functionality
Two versions of the VNET SC1 are available – one with a VNET™ network card and one without. • Intuitive signal flow based interface and 2 x 24 character
The ‘network enabled’ version facilitates VNET™ networking capability with two network ports provided backlit LCD
for connection to any Tannoy VNET™ system. • Unique routing engine allows any input to be sent to any output.

• Butterworth, Bessel, Linkwitz Riley and Hardman type

Equalisation is provided on each input and output section with two shelving filters and six fully variable filters are available on all outputs
parametric sections. Butterworth, Bessel, Linkwitz Riley and Hardman filters are available.
• Input and output gain is adjustable in 0.2dB steps from
- 40dB to +15dB
A high performance, low distortion limiter is incorporated on each output; threshold is user adjustable
• Input delay adjustable in variable steps from 0 to 400ms,
with two LED’s provided for each output channel to indicate the signal level relative to the limiter while output delay is adjustable to 80ms
threshold.
• Automatically calculated attack and release constants
dependant on frequency
Attack and release constants are automatically calculated by the VNET SC1 dependant on frequency.
• RS232 connector enables connection to a laptop computer
Input and output gain is adjustable in 0.2dB steps from -40dB to +15dB. Input delay is adjustable in
or other PC for enhanced control functions using VNET™
variable steps from 0 to 400ms and output delay is adjustable to 80ms. software

• Automatically adapting universal switch mode power

Set up of the unit is exceptionally simple thanks to the intuitive signal flow based interface, or it can be supply - 85 to 240 volts
controlled from a PC with Tannoy’s standard VNET™ software. Any of the inputs (A, B, or sum) can be
Additional Feature - Network Enabled version only:
routed to any output with the unique routing engine of the VNET SC1.
• Two XLR network link ports allow the network-enabled
version SC1 to combine any VNET™ system with any other
The VNET SC1 can also be linked, via its RS232 connector, to a laptop computer or other PC and loudspeaker system
controlled using VNET™ software. This will provide improved access to the configuration functionality
via simple on-screen graphics.
Applications
The universal switch mode power supply automatically adapts to mains voltages from 85 to 240 volts. • Fixed Installations
• Touring Applications

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VNET SC1
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

System VNET SC1

GENERAL Delay Input 400ms, output 80ms
Inputs 2
Limiter High performance limiter, adjustable
Input Impedance > 10k Ohm electronically balanced threshold in 0.2dB steps,
automatic time constants
Maximum Input level +20dBu
EQ frequency 10Hz to 25kHz, 1/36 octave steps
Outputs 6
EQ gain +15dB to -15dB, 0.2dB steps
Output Impedance <100 Ohm, ground balanced
EQ width 5.0 to 0.1 octaves bandwidth,
Maximum Output Level +20dBu into 600 Ohm load
1/36 octave steps
Sample Rate 96kHz
CONNECTORS
Bit Depth 24 bit
Audio inputs 3 pin female XLR

Frequency Response 10Hz to 40kHz, +/- 3dB (filters disabled)

Audio outputs 3 pin male XLR
20Hz to 20kHz, +/- 0.5dB (filters disabled)
Serial comms Available via RS232 port
THD <0.01%,
(+10dBu, 20Hz to 20kHz, 30kHz bandwidth) Network comms Only available on network enabledSC1

Dynamic Range >112dB (A weighted, 22kHz bandwidth) Mains 3 pin IEC

>109dB (un-weighted, 22kHz bandwidth)
Mains Power Universal switch-mode PSU,
Serial Comms Data 38.4kbaud, format: 8 data, 1 stop, no parity 85v to 250v AC, 50 / 60Hz

Consumption < 25watts

PROCESSING
Dimensions 45mm (H), 482mm (W), 254mm (D)
Gain +15dB to -40dB and mute, 0.2dB steps
1.80” (H), 19.00” (W), 10.00” (D)
Output Ch. Source Input A, Input B and SUM
Weight 2.7 Kgs net
HP filter frequency Off, 10Hz to 25.4kHz, 1/36 octave steps 5.94 lbs net

LP filter frequency 10Hz to 25.4kHz and off,

1/36 octave steps

LP / HP filter type 12, 18 & 24dB/octave

Bessel and Butterworth
The introduction of new materials or manufacturing methods will always equal or exceed the published
12, 24 and 48dB/octave Linkwitz Riley specifications, which Tannoy reserves the right to alter without prior notice. Please verify the latest specifications
when dealing with critical applications.
4th or 8th order Hardman

Ordering Information

PART NUMBER MODEL NAME BAFFLE / GRILLE PACKED PACKED

COLOUR QUANTITY WEIGHT
8001 4420 VNET SC1 UK / EURO Black 1 3.2 (7lb)
8001 4421 VNET SC1 110V Black 1 3.2 (7lb)
8001 4423 VNET SC1 (network enabled) UK / EURO Black 1 3.2 (7lb)
8001 4424 VNET SC1 (network enabled) 110V Black 1 3.2 (7lb)

Tannoy United Kingdom T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199 E: enquiries@[Link]

Tannoy North America T: 00 1 (519) 745 1158 E: inquiries@[Link]
Tannoy Deutschland T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881 E: anfragen@[Link]
Tannoy France T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473 E: ventes@[Link]

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VNET SC1
EQ AND FILTER RESPONSE GRAPHS

Butterworth Linkwitz-Riley
6 6

0 0

-6 -6
Magnitude,dB

Magnitude,dB
-12 -12

-18 -18

-24 -24

-30 -30

-36 -36
100 1-103 1-104 100 1-103 1-104
Frequency, Hz Frequency, Hz

6dB/Oct 12dB/Oct 18dB/Oct 12B/Oct 24dB/Oct 48dB/Oct

24dB/Oct 48dB/Oct

Bessel Hardman
6 6

0 0

-6 -6
Magnitude,dB

Magnitude,dB

-12 -12

-18 -18

-24 -24

-30 -30

-36 -36
100 1-103 1-104 100 1-103 1-104
Frequency, Hz Frequency, Hz

6dB/Oct 12dB/Oct 4th Order 8th Order

Shelving EQ Butterworth
15 15

10 10
Magnitude,dB

Magnitude,dB

5 5

0 0

-5 -5

-10 -10

-15 -15
100 1-103 1-104
100 1-103 1-104
Frequency, Hz Frequency, Hz

Low Shelf, Varying Gain 12B/Oct 24dB/Oct 48dB/Oct

High Shelf, Varying Slope

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Tannoy Deutschland T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881 E: anfragen@[Link]
Tannoy France T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473 E: ventes@[Link]

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VNET SC1
PRODUCT FEATURE IDENTIFICATION
2 4 6 8

1 3 5 7 9

VNET SC1 Controller

10 11 12 13 14 15

VNET SC1 Controller (network enabled)

Front Panel Rear Panel

1 INPUT SIGNAL INDICATORS 10 POWER INLET

A set of three pairs of LEDs indicate signal present, +4dBu and input clip for each channel. The processor has a switch mode power supply that is capable of
operating with a nominal mains voltage of 85V to 240V, 50/60Hz without
2 STORE BUTTON re-configuration.
The unit has 45 preset locations.
11 VNET™ NETWORK PORTS
3 RECALL BUTTON The network enabled VNET SC1 controller features two network ports for
To recall a preset, press the recall button and use parameter knob A to select the connection to any VNET™ system.
required preset.
12 COMMUNICATIONS PORT CONNECTOR
4 CHANNEL SELECT BUTTONS Tannoy VNET SC1 processors may be controlled entirely from a PC
The currently selected input or output channel is shown in the top left corner running VNET™ software using this RS232 serial port connector. This port
of the display. Pressing the channel select buttons scrolls through the available is also used for updating the firmware in the unit.
inputs and outputs.
13 SECURE MODE SWITCH
5 EDIT PARAMETER SELECT BUTTON A momentary button is fitted behind the rear panel, between the output
The name of the edit parameter page is displayed in the bottom left portion of the LCD. XLRs and the RS232 port. When activated, this will disable all the front
panel controls so they cannot affect the signal path, making the unit
6 DISPLAY SCREEN secure against tampering.
Preset, channel, parameter and status information is shown on the 2x 24-
character text display. In most screens the currently selected channel is displayed 14 AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS
being the upper line and the edit parameter on the lower line. The processed outputs are impedance balanced.

7 PARAMETER EDIT ENCODERS 15 AUDIO INPUT CONNECTORS

Three velocity sensitive parameter knobs are used to adjust parameters shown All audio connections are fully balanced.
on the display. Up to three parameters at a time are displayed on the screen.

8 LIMITER INDICATOR
Two LEDs are provided for each output channel.

9 MUTE BUTTONS
Each output has a mute button and associated mute status LED.

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Tannoy Deutschland T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881 E: anfragen@[Link]
Tannoy France T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473 E: ventes@[Link]

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VNET SC1
OPERATION AND SYSTEM CONFIGURATION OPTIONS
Connecting the VNET SC1
Example 1: Using a Tannoy VNET SC1 with a passive Example 2: Using a Tannoy VNET SC1 with a powered
loudspeaker system (e.g. Tannoy V-SeriesTM) loudspeaker system (e.g. Tannoy PowerVTM)

AUDO SOURCE
AUDO SOURCE
USB to serial interface* (if required)
Or USB to RS232 interface VNET SC1 USB to serial interface* (if required)
Or serial to RS232 interface
Or USB to RS232 interface VNET SC1
Or serial to RS232 interface

POWER AMPLIFIER POWER AMPLIFIER POWER AMPLIFIER

Example 3: Using a network enabled VNET SC1 to combine an

existing Tannoy VNET TM system with another loudspeaker system
(e.g. Tannoy PowerV)

AUDO SOURCE

VNET TM INTERFACE VNET SC1

* USB to Serial interface allows

networking of multiple VNETTM
speakers or SC1 controllers

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Tannoy Deutschland T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881 E: anfragen@[Link]
Tannoy France T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473 E: ventes@[Link]

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VNET™
ACCESSORIES

Ordering Information

PART NUMBER MODEL NAME BAFFLE / GRILLE PACKED PACKED

COLOUR QUANTITY WEIGHT
8001 4450 VNETTM USB / RS 232 Interface Black 1 0.75 (1.65lb)
8001 4460 VNETTM Power Supply Interface Black 1 0.75 (1.65lb)
8001 4470 VNETTM Interface 1U rack mount kit Black 1 0.75 (1.65lb)

Tannoy United Kingdom T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199 E: enquiries@[Link]

Tannoy North America T: 00 1 (519) 745 1158 E: inquiries@[Link]
Tannoy Deutschland T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881 E: anfragen@[Link]
Tannoy France T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473 E: ventes@[Link]

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VNET SC1
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

45mm
(1.80")

482mm (19.00")

435mm (17.30")

254mm
(10.00")

Tannoy United Kingdom T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199 E: enquiries@[Link]

Tannoy North America T: 00 1 (519) 745 1158 E: inquiries@[Link]
Tannoy Deutschland T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881 E: anfragen@[Link]
Tannoy France T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473 E: ventes@[Link]

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VNET SC1
NOTES

Tannoy United Kingdom T: 00 44 (0) 1236 420199 E: enquiries@[Link]

Tannoy North America T: 00 1 (519) 745 1158 E: inquiries@[Link]
Tannoy Deutschland T: 00 49 (180) 1111 881 E: anfragen@[Link]
Tannoy France T: 00 33 (0)1 7036 7473 E: ventes@[Link]

Tannoy adopts a policy of continuous improvement and product specification is subject to change VNET SC1 data file // issue 1.02 // 01.11.07