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900-LFC Compact Low-Frequency Control Element

Meyer Sounds 900-LFC compact low-frequency In addition to pairing with LEOPARD systems,
control element reproduces low frequencies at the 900-LFC integrates easily with other Meyer
high, continuous output levels with extremely Sound loudspeaker systems, including LEO-M,
low distortion. The 900LFC offers the same LYON, and UltraSeries.
sonic linearity as Meyer Sounds 1100-LFC
low-frequency control element in a smaller, LEOPARD and 900-LFC can be driven by Meyer
lighter cabinet, making it ideal for building Sounds Galileo Callisto 616 array processor,
which provides matrix routing,
alignment, and processing for array
components. To guarantee optimum
performance, systems with 900LFC
should be designed with Meyer Sounds
MAPP software. LEOPARD and 900LFC
loudspeakers work with Meyer Sounds
RMS remote monitoring system, which
provides comprehensive monitoring
of system parameters from a Mac or
Windows-based computer.

The 900-LFC is available with or without

Meyer Sounds QuickFly rigging. When
equipped with the optional MRK900
rigging kit, the 900-LFCs captive
GuideALinks allow it to be flown from
the MGLEOPARD/900 multipurpose
grid in LEOPARD arrays without a
scalable systems to suit touring applications or transition frame. 900-LFCs can also be
fixed installations of any size. flown separately as a subwoofer array with
variable splay angles from 0 to 5degrees. The
A newly-designed class D amplifier affords MGLEOPARD/900 grid can also be used for
unprecedented efficiency to the 900-LFC, groundstacks with uptilt or downtilt.
significantly lowering distortion while reducing
power consumption and operating temperature. Both versions of the 900-LFC can be
The onboard amplifier and control circuitry are transported in stacks with the optional
contained in a single, field-replaceable module. MCF900 caster frame.

features & benefits solutions

Compact cabinet with small footprint and Self-powered for simplified setup and Scalable low-frequency control for touring
extraordinary power-to-size ratio increased reliability applications or fixed installations of any size

High peak power output with extremely low Stackable and flyable in regular and Clubs, theatres, houses of worship, corporate
distortion cardioid arrays, with tilt and splay options AV, and theme parks

Exceptional linearity, transient reproduction, Integral pole-mount receptacle easily pairs Low-frequency complement for LEO-M,
and low-frequency clarity the subwoofer with UltraSeries loudspeakers LYON, and LEOPARD systems

900-lfc accessories
MG-LEOPARD/900 Multipurpose Grid Flies PBF-LEOPARD Pull-Back Frame Provides pull-back Callisto 616 Array Processor Drives and aligns
LEOPARDs, 900-LFCs, and mixed arrays. Also supports for extreme downtilt of flown LEOPARD and 900-LFC arrays, Meyer Sound array systems with 6x16 matrix process-
LEOPARD and 900-LFC groundstack configurations. and allows additional downtilt in groundstacked arrays. ing, delay integration, and EQ, using Compass software.

MVP Motor Vee Plate Attaches to MG-LEOPARD/900 MCF-900 Caster Frame Safely transports up to two MDM-5000 Distribution Module Integrates
grid and fine tunes horizontal aim of LEOPARD and 900-LFCs, making it easy to assemble and disassemble arrays routing of audio, power, and RMS to loudspeaker arrays.
900LFC arrays. in blocks of two cabinets.
900-lfc specifications
Acoustical1 Notes
Operating Frequency Range2 31 Hz 125 Hz 1 Loudspeaker system predictions
Phase Response 40 Hz 110 Hz 30 degrees for coverage and SPL available in
MeyerSounds MAPP software.
Transducer 2 Recommended maximum operating
frequency range. Response depends on
Low Frequency One 18-inch dual-coil, long-excursion cone driver loading conditions and room acoustics.
3 XLR 5-pin connectors accommodate both
Audio I/O
balanced audio and RMS signals.
Connectors3 XLR 3-pin or 5-pin female input with male loop output
Amplifier
Type 2-channel, open-loop, class D
AC Power
Connectors powerCON 20 input with loop output
Safety Rated Voltage Range 100240 V AC, 5060 Hz
Turn-on/off Points 90 V AC turn-on, no turn-off; internal fuse-protection above 265 V AC
Max. Long-Term Cont. Current 4.9 A rms (115 V AC); 2.5 A rms (230 V AC); 5.2 A rms (100 V AC)
RMS Network
Equipped with 2conductor, twistedpair network, reporting
all amplifier operating parameters to host computer 900-LFC 04.246.004.02 C2

Physical Copyright 2015

Meyer Sound Laboratories Inc.
Dimensions 27.43 in W x 24.43 in H x 24.89 in D (697 mm x 621 mm x 632 mm) All rights reserved
Dimensions w/Rigging 27.47 in W x 24.43 in H x 24.89 in D (698 mm x 621 mm x 632 mm)
Weight 136 lbs (61.7 kg) meyer sound laboratories inc.
2832 San Pablo Avenue
Weight w/Rigging 159 lbs (72.1 kg) Berkeley, CA 94702
Enclosure Multi-ply hardwood with black textured finish
27.47 +1 510 486.1166
Protective Grille
[698 mm] Hex-stamped steel with acoustical black mesh
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Rigging Endframes with captive GuideALinks (0 to 5-degree splay angles), www.meyersound.com
24.47 quick-release pins, and detachable
24.89 side handles
[622 mm]
Load Ratings MG-LEOPARD/900 multipurpose
[632 mm]grid flies 16 900-LFCs (5:1 safety factor)
or 11 900-LFCs (7:1 safety factor), with some restrictions

24.43
[621 mm]
12.82
[326 mm]
27.47
[698 mm]
13.33 24.47 24.89
[339 mm] [622 mm] [632 mm]

24.43
[621 mm]
1.50
[38 mm] 12.82
[326 mm]

13.33
[339 mm]
27.47
[698 mm]

architect specifications 24.47

[622 mm]
24.89
[632 mm]

The loudspeaker shall be a compact, self-powered, male, accommodating balanced audio, or XLR 5-pin, with a black textured finish. Optional rigging for
linear, low-distortion, low-frequency control element accommodating both balanced audio and RMS. 1.50 the enclosure shall include endframes with captive
and shall be capable of flown, groundstacked, and [38 mm] GuideALinks for linking units in vertical arrays at splay
cardioid configurations. Its transducer shall be one The internal power supply shall perform EMI filtering, angles from 0 to 5degrees. The front protective grille
18-inch dual-coil, long-excursion cone driver. soft current turn-on, and surge suppression. Power shall be powder-coated, hex-stamped steel with
24.43
requirements shall[621
be mm]
nominal 100, 110, or 230VAC black mesh.
The loudspeaker shall incorporate internal line current at 5060Hz. UL and CE operating voltage
12.82
processing and a 2-channel, open-loop, class D range shall be 100240 V AC at 5060Hz. AC Dimensions shall be 27.43inches wide x
[326 mm]
amplifier. Processing shall include equalization, power connectors for input and loop output shall be 24.43incheshigh x 24.89inches deep (697mm x
phase correction, and driver protection. Performance powerCON20. Maximum long-term continuous current 621mm x 632 mm). Dimensions with optional rigging
specifications for a typical production unit shall draw shall be 4.9 A rms at 115 V AC, 2.5A rms at 230V shall be 27.47inches wide x 24.43incheshigh x
be as follows, measured at 1/3-octave resolution: AC and 5.2 A rms at 100 V AC. The loudspeaker shall13.3324.89inches deep (698mm x 621mm x 632mm).
operating frequency range, 31Hz to 125 Hz; phase include an RMS remote monitoring system module. [339 mm]Weight shall be 136lbs(61.7kg). Weight with optional
response, 40Hz 110 Hz 30 degrees. rigging shall be 159lbs(72.1kg).
Components shall be mounted in an optimally tuned,
Audio connectors shall be XLR 3-pin, female and vented enclosure constructed of multi-ply hardwood The loudspeaker shall be the Meyer Sound 900-LFC.

1.50