Tannoy CVS 301 - 80W 3-inch Passive 70V/100V Ceiling Loudspeaker with 180 x 180-Degree Coverage and EN52-24 Certification in White Finish

The Tannoy CVS 301 is a premium 80-watt ceiling loudspeaker designed to deliver superior audio performance in both background and foreground music systems, making it perfect for a wide range of commercial and residential applications. From restaurants and hotels to houses of worship and corporate offices, the CVS 301 provides exceptional sound quality with low distortion typically found in more expensive products. This loudspeaker is EN54-24 certified for fire detection and alarm systems, making it an ideal choice where safety is a top priority. It is also UL 1480 certified for fire-protected signaling systems and UL 2043 certified for air-handling spaces, ensuring that it meets the highest standards for safety and reliability.

Featuring a 3" polypropylene full-range driver with a butyl rubber surround, the CVS 301 delivers long-term durability and high-performance sound reproduction. The speaker's wide constant directivity dispersion offers 180° coverage, ensuring even sound distribution across large areas. The polypropylene cone material and the butyl rubber surround enhance the speaker's reliability, making it well-suited for constant use in demanding environments. The speaker's UV- and weather-resistant front, constructed from UL 94-V0 and 94-5VB rated ABS, is paired with a plated steel fire can enclosure that guarantees durability and protection in various installation environments. Additionally, the CVS 301 is equipped with a powder-coated aluminum mesh grille that provides dust protection while maintaining a sleek, professional appearance.

The CVS 301 features a low-insertion loss 15W line transformer with multiple taps for 70V and 100V line systems, as well as an 8-ohm direct input, making it highly flexible for different audio setups. The transformer is equipped with an easily accessible tapping switch for convenient adjustment, ensuring that the speaker provides optimal performance in any installation. A steel cover and strain relief clamping mechanism are included to accommodate fire-rated cabling, ensuring both safety and performance. The speaker is designed for easy and secure installation, with security toggle clamps, two tile support rails, and one C-ring included, making the setup process fast and efficient. An optional plaster (mud) ring and additional tile rail are available for customized installations.

Designed to seamlessly blend into its environment, the CVS 301 features a semi-matte white finish that allows it to fit unobtrusively into any setting. Its compact size, coupled with excellent sound quality and versatility, makes it the perfect choice for professional audio installations where both performance and safety are paramount. Whether you're designing a commercial sound system or outfitting a space that requires safety certification, the CVS 301 is an outstanding solution for your audio needs.

Features

• 80W peak power handling for exceptional sound in ceiling installations
• 3" polypropylene full-range driver with butyl rubber surround for enhanced durability and long-term reliability
• EN54-24 certified for fire detection and alarm systems, UL 1480 certified for fire-protected signaling systems
• UL 2043 certified for air-handling spaces, ensuring safe installation in critical environments
• Wide constant directivity dispersion for optimal coverage up to 180° at 500 Hz
• Frequency response: 68 Hz - 20 kHz (-10 dB), with a maximum SPL of 104 dB peak
• Low-insertion loss 15W transformer with multiple taps for 70V, 100V, and 8-ohm direct input systems
• Powder-coated aluminum mesh grille with dust protection, removable for custom painting
• Self-aligning toggle clamp system for fast, secure installation
• Included C-ring, tile-bridge kit, paint mask, cut-out template, and grille
• Dimensions: Bezel diameter: 8 inches, Hole cutout diameter: 6.77 inches
• Semi-matte white finish fits unobtrusively into any environment
• Optional plaster (mud) ring and 48" tile rail for customized installations
• Steel cover and strain relief clamping mechanism for fire-rated cable
• Compliance: UL-1480, UL-2043, CE certified for safety and reliability

Specifications

Performance

• Frequency response (+3 dB, -3 dB): 85 Hz-19 kHz
• Frequency response (-10 dB): 68 Hz-20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1m/1W: 85 dB
• Directivity factor (Q) averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz: 4.1
• Directivity index (DI) averaged 1 kHz to 6 kHz: 6.1
• Power handling (LoZ):
  • Average: 20 W
  • Programme: 40 W
  • Peak: 80 W
  • Recommended amplifier power: 40 W @ 8 Ω
• Nominal Impedance (Switch to LoZ): 8 Ω
• Rated maximum SPL (1 m, Switch to LoZ): 101 dB
  • Average: 98 dB
  • Peak SPL: 104 dB
• Transformer taps:
  • 70 V: 15 W/7.5 W/ 3.8 W/1.9 W
  • 100 V: 15 W/7.5 W/3.8 W

Coverage Angles

• 500 Hz: 180°
• 1 kHz: Horizontal: 133°; Vertical: 130°
• 2 kHz: Horizontal: 79°; Vertical: 82°
• 4 kHz: Horizontal: 155°; Vertical: 166°

Transducers

• Low frequency: 76 mm (3") PP cone
• High frequency: N/A

Physical

• Enclosure: Blind mount (BM)
• Back can: Anodized steel
• Baffle: Reflex loaded UL 94V-0 rated ABS
• Grille: Aluminum, powder coated
• Safety features: Rear enclosure safety ring for load-bearing bond
• Clamping design: Security toggle clamp
• Connectors: Euroblock-style connector with screw terminals (with input cover and cable gland supplied)
• Dimensions:
  • Bezel diameter (grille max diameter): 8 inches
  • Rear face of baffle to rear of back can: 5.12 inches
  • Rear face of baffle to top of safety loop: 5.63 inches
  • Rear face of baffle to rear of flex conduit: 6.10 inches
  • Hole cutout diameter: 6.77 inches
• Net weight: 5.30 lbs
• Included accessories: Metal grille, cable gland, flex conduit, C-ring, tile-bridge kit, paint mask, cutout template
• Optional accessories (Not evaluated by UL): Mud ring, 48" Tile rail
• Packed quantity: 1 pair