Meyer Sound M SERIES User Manual

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 1
CHAPTER 1: Introducing the MICA™ Loudspeaker 2
Advanced MICA Technology 2
Integrated Amplifier and Processing 2
Truck-Smart and Rig-Ready 3
Total System Approach 4
CHAPTER 2: Power Requirements 5
AC Power 5
Voltage Requirements 5
AC Power Distribution 5
Current Requirements 6
Power Connector Wiring Conventions 7
Electrical Safety Issues 8
CHAPTER 3: Amplification and Audio 9
Audio Input 9
Amplification and Protection Circuitry 10
MICA Interconnections 10
Cabling 10
The TruPower
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Limiting System 11
Low- and Mid-Frequency Limiters 11
High-Frequency Limiter 11
Fans and Cooling System 12
CHAPTER 4: RMS™ Remote Monitoring System 13
Understanding the User Panel 13
Service LED (Red) 14
Service Button 14
Wink LED (green) 14
Reset Button 14
Activity LED (Green) 14
User Interface 14
CHAPTER 5: Line Arrays and System Integration 15
How Line Arrays Work 15
MICA Curvilinear Array 15
High Frequencies 15
Mid to Low Frequencies 15
Adjusting Line Array Coverage 16
High-Frequency Design Strategies 16
Low-Frequency Design Strategies 17
Optimizing the Array 17
High-Frequency Equalization Strategies 17
Low-Frequency Strategies 17
Using MICA as Sidefill or Downfill with MILO Curvilinear Arrays 18
Using Meyer Sound Processors to Drive and Optimize the Array 19
Using Digital Signal Processors 19
Using MICA with Subwoofers 20

Meyer Sound M SERIES Specifications

General

Brand	Meyer Sound
Model	M SERIES
Category	Speakers
Language	English