Meyer Sound Acheron 100 Betriebsanleitung

Keep these important operating instructions. Check www.meyersound.com for updates.OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSAcheron® Screen Channel LoudspeakersAcheron 10

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION10

11CHAPTER 2: POWER REQUIREMENTSThe Acheron loudspeaker combines advanced loudspeaker technology with equally advanced power capabilities. Understandin

CHAPTER 2: POWER REQUIREMENTS12AC POWER DISTRIBUTIONAll components in an audio system (self-powered loud-speakers, processors, etc.) must be properly

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS13 Burst Current — The maximum rms current during a period of around one second. The Burst Current is used as a rating

CHAPTER 2: POWER REQUIREMENTS14 Make sure the AC power cable for the loudspeaker has the appropriate power plug (on the other end) for the area in wh

15CHAPTER 3: AMPLIFICATION AND AUDIOThe Acheron drivers are powered by a two-channel propri-etary Meyer Sound amplifier with MOSFET output stages. The

CHAPTER 3: AMPLIFICATION AND AUDIO16NOTE: Most source devices are capable of driving loads no smaller than 10 times their output impedance.CAUTION: Ma

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS17AMPLIFIER COOLING SYSTEMThe Acheron uses a forced-air cooling system with two fans (one variable-speed, ultra low-nois

CHAPTER 3: AMPLIFICATION AND AUDIO18

19CHAPTER 4: INTEGRATING ACHERON LF LOUDSPEAKERSINTEGRATING ACHERON LF LOUDSPEAKERSTo meet the SPL and low frequency headroom requirements of large ro

iiDECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ACCORDING TO ISO/IEC GUIDE 22 AND EN 45014© 2009, 2010 Meyer Sound. All rights reserved.Acheron Operating Instructions, PN

CHAPTER 4: INTEGRATING ACHERON LF LOUDSPEAKERS20GALILEO LOUDSPEAKER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMThe Galileo® loudspeaker management system was designed by Meyer

21CHAPTER 5: MOUNTINGStrategically placed 3/8-inch threaded points on the side corners of the Acheron cabinet allow the unit to be secured to floors w

CHAPTER 5: MOUNTING22Floor Mounting Acherons and Acheron LFsTo floor mount an Acheron or Acheron LF:1. Remove the two 3/8-16 x 1.5-inch screws at the

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS23Floor Mount Downtilt AnglesWhen the floor mount brackets are oriented with the bracket’s large end toward the rear of

CHAPTER 5: MOUNTING24ACHERON STACKING BRACKETOne Acheron can be stacked on top of the Acheron LF and secured with the Acheron stacking brackets. The s

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS253. Remove the two 3/8-16 x 1.5-inch screws at the top of each side of the Acheron LF (four total). These screws will b

CHAPTER 5: MOUNTING26Stacking Acherons with Downtilt and UptiltThe Acheron stacking brackets can mount Acherons with either downtilt or uptilt. Availa

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS27Stack Mount Uptilt AnglesWhen the stacking brackets are oriented with the bracket’s large end toward the front of the

CHAPTER 5: MOUNTING28

29CHAPTER 6: THE RMS REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEMAn optional RMS remote monitoring system module can be installed in the Acheron, allowing it to be connec

iiiSYMBOLS USEDThese symbols indicate important safety or operating features in this booklet and on the chassis:IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Read t

CHAPTER 6: THE RMS REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEM30The RMS software displays all loudspeakers on the network in a panel with icons, Meter views, and Text vi

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS31Reset ButtonPressing the Reset button causes the RMS module’s firm-ware to reboot; this will not affect whether the lo

CHAPTER 6: THE RMS REMOTE MONITORING SYSTEM32

33CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM DESIGN AND INTEGRATION TOOLSMeyer Sound offers two comprehensive tools to assist with the acoustical and functional requirements o

CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM DESIGN AND INTEGRATION TOOLS34Using MAPP Online CinemaMAPP Online Cinema is compatible with the following oper-ating systems: Windo

35APPENDIX A: ACHERON 80 AND ACHERON 100 SPECIFICATIONSAcheron 80 and Acheron 100 SpecificationsACOUSTICALOperating Frequency Range 37 Hz – 18 kHzNote

APPENDIX A: ACHERON 80 AND ACHERON 100 SPECIFICATIONS36Nominal Input Sensitivity 10 dBV (3.2 V rms, 4.5 V peak) continuous is typically the onset of l

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS37ACHERON 80 AND ACHERON 100 COMPLIANCEACHERON 80 DIMENSIONSShock 30 g 11 msec half-sine on each of 6 sidesVibration 10

APPENDIX A: ACHERON 80 AND ACHERON 100 SPECIFICATIONS38ACHERON 100 DIMENSIONSAcheron 100 Dimensions31.00 [787mm]20.50 [521mm]35.00 [889mm]21.00 [533mm

39APPENDIX B: ACHERON LF SPECIFICATIONSAcheron LF SpecificationsACOUSTICALOperating Frequency Range 37 Hz – 370 HzNote: Recommended maximum operating

ivSAFETY SUMMARYEnglish To reduce the risk of electric shock, dis-connect the loudspeaker from the AC mains before installing audio cable. Reconnect

APPENDIX B: ACHERON LF SPECIFICATIONS40Output Power 2250 W total (1125 W low channels)Note: Amplifier wattage rating based on the maximum unclipped pe

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS41ACHERON LF COMPLIANCEACHERON LF DIMENSIONSAcheron LF Dimensions31.00 [787mm]20.50 [521mm]36.18 [919mm]9.90 [251mm]20.0

APPENDIX B: ACHERON LF SPECIFICATIONS42

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vCONTENTSChapter 1: Introduction 7How to Use This Manual 7Acheron Screen Channel Loudspeaker 7Chapter 2: Power Requirements 11AC Connector 11AC Power

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7CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTIONHOW TO USE THIS MANUALMake sure to read these operating instructions in their entirety before configuring a system with Achero

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION8Boasting a frequency response of 38 Hz to 17 kHz at ±4 dB, as well as a generous peak output of 139 dB at 1 meter with very lo

ACHERON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS9Acheron LF LoudspeakerThe Acheron LF loudspeaker can be paired with the Acheron 80 or Acheron 100 screen channel loudsp