Meyer Sound 700-HP UltraHigh-Power Subwoofer User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONCERT SERIES700-HP UltraHigh-Power SubwooferKeep these important operating instructions.Check www.meyersound.com for updates.

4CHAPTER 1An optional RMS remote monitoring system module allows comprehensive monitoring of all key system parameters on any RMS-equipped host PC. In

5CHAPTER 2Self-powered and highly mobile, the 700-HP subwoofer is advanced loudspeaker technology with equally advanced power capabilities. Understand

6CHAPTER 2 NOTE: Refer to Appendix B for details on the 700-HP subwoofer’s AC voltage require-ments.After applying AC power, the proper operat

7CHAPTER 2 NOTE: The minimum electrical service am-perage required by the 700-HP subwoofer system is the sum of each loudspeaker’s maximum lon

8CHAPTER 2ELECTRICAL SAFETY ISSUESPay close attention to these important electrical and safety issues. CAUTION: Do not use a power cord adapter to dri

9CHAPTER 3The 700-HP uses sophisticated amplification and protec-tion circuitry to produce consistent and predictable results in any system design. Thi

10CHAPTER 3For example, cascading 10 700-HPs produces an input impedance of 1000 ohms (10 kOhms divided by 10). The source equipment should have an ou

11CHAPTER 3In contrast, TruPower accounts for varying loudspeaker impedance by measuring current, in addition to voltage, to compute the actual power

12CHAPTER 3 CAUTION: When operating a weather-pro-tected 700-HP with the collapsible rain hood installed, always be sure the rain hood is fully open.

13CHAPTER 4An optional communication module can be installed in the 700-HP’s amplifier to make use of Meyer Sound’s RMS remote monitoring system. RMS i

iiDECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ACCORDING TO ISO/IEC GUIDE 22 AND EN 45014Manufacturer’s Name:Meyer Sound Laboratories Inc.Manufacturer’s Address:2832 San

14CHAPTER 4Service Button Pressing the Service button will notify the corresponding loudspeaker display icon on the RMS screen. When used in combinati

15CHAPTER 5USING 700-HP SUBWOOFERS WITH OTHER MEYER SOUND LOUDSPEAKERSIt’s often necessary to augment mid-high or full-range sys-tems with subwoofers

16CHAPTER 5 CAUTION: When daisy-chaining, make sure that the source equipment can drive the total load of the paralleled array. (See “Chapter 3: Ampl

17CHAPTER 5Using the LD-3’s filters helps to easily integrate and op-timize your M Series array with 700-HP subwoofers. The use of high-pass filters (HP

18CHAPTER 5In no case should a filter higher than 2nd order be used. The additional phase shift introduced deteriorates the impulse response and highe

19CHAPTER 6Meyer Sound offers two comprehensive tools to assist you with the acoustical and functional requirements of system design and optimization.

20CHAPTER 6SIM MEASUREMENT SYSTEMThe SIM audio analyzer system includes a selection of hard-ware and software options, microphones and accessory cable

21CHAPTER 7The 700-HP features Meyer Sound’s QuickFly® rigging system with rugged, reliable and simple components that remain captive in transit. Quic

22CHAPTER 7MTG-700 MULTIPURPOSE GRIDThe MTG-700 top grid is a very straightforward solution for rigging 700-HP subwoofers, allowing multiple cabinets

23CHAPTER 7MCF-700 CASTER FRAMEThe heavy-duty MCF-700 caster frame (Figure 7.6) is highly durable and easy to attach to a 700-HP ultrahigh-power subwo

iiiSYMBOLS USEDThese symbols indicate important safety or operating features in this booklet and on the chassis:1 Read these instructions.2. Keep th

24CHAPTER 7

25APPENDIX AUSING THE RAIN HOOD (WEATHER-PROTECTED LOUDSPEAKERS)If your 700-HP loudspeaker was ordered with optional weather protection, a rain hood

26APPENDIX AREMOVING THE HP-2/700 AMPLIFIER (WITH RAIN HOOD)If you need to remove and replace the amplifier from a weather-protected loudspeaker, fir

27APPENDIX BAPPENDIX B700-HP SPECIFICATIONS ACOUSTICALOperating frequency range 28 Hz - 150 Hz Note: Recommended maximum operating frequency range. R

28APPENDIX BAC POWERAC power connector 250 V NEMA L6-20 (twist lock), IEC 309 male inlet or VEAMVoltage selection Automatic, two ranges, each with hig

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ivEnglish- To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the loudspeaker from the AC mains before installing audio cable. Reconnect the power cord

vCONTENTSINTRODUCTION 1How To Use this Manual 1CHAPTER 1: Introducing the 700-HP Subwoofer 3Features & Benefits 3Applications 3CHAPTER 2: Pow

viCHAPTER 7: QuickFly® Rigging 21MRK-700 Rigging Kit 21MTG-700 Multipurpose Grid 22MCF-700 Caster Frame 23APPENDIX A: Amplifier Replacement and Opt

1INTRODUCTION These operating instructions provide important information about the form, features, function and specifications of the 700-HP ultrahigh-

2INTRODUCTION

3CHAPTER 1The Meyer Sound 700-HP ultrahigh-power subwoofer (Fig-ure 1.1) sets a new standard for the power-to-size equation. The 700-HP’s power and ba